Mrs Osmond
Mrs Osmond
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Europe • 19th century
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Mrs Osmond by John Banville follows the journey of a woman, Isabel Osmond, as she navigates the complexities of her life in late 19th-century Europe. Seeking independence, she confronts personal challenges and societal expectations, shaping her identity while dealing with unresolved issues from her past. The narrative continues themes from Henry James's novel, The Portrait of a Lady.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mrs. Osmond by John Banville, hailed for its elegant prose, skillfully emulates Henry James's style. While Banville captures the essence of James's characters, some critics find the pacing slow and the plot lacking depth. Fans of literary pastiche may appreciate this homage, but those seeking innovation might find it less satisfying.
Who Should Read Mrs Osmond?
A reader who enjoys Mrs Osmond by John Banville likely appreciates literary fiction with rich, elegant prose and deep psychological insights. Fans of Henry James' The Portrait of a Lady, to which this is a sequel, or Kazuo Ishiguro's The Remains of the Day, would find similar pleasure in its intricate character exploration and period atmosphere.
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Novel • Fiction
Europe • 19th century
2017
Adult
18+ years
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