A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
304
Novel • Fiction
England • Early 21st Century
2005
Adult
18+ years
In A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian by Marina Lewycka, two Ukrainian-English sisters, Nadia and Vera, set aside their differences to rescue their elderly father, Nikolai, from a manipulative gold-digger named Valentina, unraveling family secrets and traumas from their past under the Communist regime. The novel features themes involving emotional abuse and wartime atrocities.
Humorous
Emotional
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Mysterious
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Marina Lewycka's novel A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian combines humor and poignancy, praised for its engaging storytelling and vivid characters. Critics appreciate the cultural and generational themes, but some find the plot predictable and the humor occasionally strained. Overall, a well-crafted exploration of family dynamics and heritage.
A reader who enjoys A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian by Marina Lewycka likely appreciates humor and heart in narratives about family dynamics, multicultural experiences, and immigrant life. Similar to fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon, they relish in quirky characters and poignant, comedic storytelling.
38,190 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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304
Novel • Fiction
England • Early 21st Century
2005
Adult
18+ years
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