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A Kind of Flying

Ron Carlson
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A Kind of Flying

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2003

Book Brief

Ron Carlson

A Kind of Flying

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.2

589 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Ron Carlson's A Kind of Flying is a compelling short-story collection praised for its profound character development and emotional depth. Readers admire Carlson's relatable storytelling and unique voice. Criticisms include occasional predictability and uneven pacing. Overall, it's a highly recommended read for those who enjoy insightful, well-crafted narratives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Kind of Flying?

A reader who would enjoy A Kind of Flying by Ron Carlson appreciates contemporary short stories with deep emotional resonance and nuanced character studies. Similar to fans of Raymond Carver's What We Talk About When We Talk About Love or Alice Munro's Dear Life, they seek poignant, slice-of-life narratives.

4.2

589 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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