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A Change in Altitude

Anita Shreve
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A Change in Altitude

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009

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Anita Shreve

A Change in Altitude

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

307

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Kenya • 1970s

Topic
Relationships
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Change in Altitude by Anita Shreve, a couple moves to Kenya, facing cultural challenges and personal turmoil following a climbing accident. Set against the backdrop of African landscapes, the narrative explores themes of love, trust, and resilience as they navigate their relationship and newfound environment.

Contemplative

Emotional

Mysterious

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

3.6

13,369 ratings

42%

Loved it

39%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Anita Shreve's A Change in Altitude is set against the vividly depicted landscapes of Kenya, exploring themes of guilt and redemption. The narrative captivates with its rich descriptive prose and complex characters. However, some critiques mention a slow plot pace and an overly introspective approach. Overall, it remains an evocative reflection on personal growth and relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Change in Altitude?

A reader captivated by personal growth and relationship dynamics amid exotic settings will enjoy Anita Shreve's A Change in Altitude. Fans of introspective narratives like Jhumpa Lahiri's The Namesake or Elizabeth Strout's Olive Kitteridge will find it engaging for its rich emotional depth and exploration of self-discovery.

3.6

13,369 ratings

42%

Loved it

39%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

307

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Kenya • 1970s

Topic
Relationships
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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