Fortune's Rocks
Fortune's Rocks
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New Hampshire • 1890s
2002
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Fortune's Rocks by Anita Shreve follows a young person named Olympia Biddeford in the summer of 1899 in New Hampshire. They experience a tumultuous love affair that dramatically alters their life and challenges societal norms. The novel explores themes of love, scandal, and self-discovery.
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Review Roundup
Fortune's Rocks by Anita Shreve is lauded for its eloquent prose and historical detail, evoking a vivid New England setting. Critics appreciate the compelling storyline and complex heroine. However, some readers find the pacing sluggish and certain plot developments predictable. Overall, the novel is commended for its emotional depth and literary quality.
Who Should Read Fortune's Rocks?
Readers who enjoy Fortune's Rocks by Anita Shreve are likely fans of richly atmospheric historical fiction with deep emotional undercurrents, akin to The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje or The Pilot's Wife by Shreve herself. They appreciate intricate character development, romantic entanglements, and societal challenges.
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Novel • Fiction
New Hampshire • 1890s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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