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All the Lonely People

Mike Gayle
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All the Lonely People

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Mike Gayle

All the Lonely People

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

385

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle explores the life of Hubert Bird, an elderly Jamaican man in London, who reconnects with society after a family tragedy and forms unexpected friendships. It highlights themes of loneliness, community, and resilience.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

45,785 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mike Gayle's All the Lonely People has been widely praised for its heartwarming and empathetic portrayal of loneliness and community. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and emotional depth. Some critics feel the plot can be predictable, but its uplifting message and engaging narrative make it a compelling read.

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Who Should Read All the Lonely People?

Readers who enjoy heartwarming stories about human connection and resilience, as seen in Fredrik Backman's A Man Called Ove and Gail Honeyman's Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, will appreciate Mike Gayle's All the Lonely People. This book is ideal for those who are drawn to tales of personal growth and community.

4.2

45,785 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

385

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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