Anna K: A Love Story
Anna K: A Love Story
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionNew York City • Contemporary
2020
YA
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
Anna K: A Love Story by Jenny Lee follows Anna, a teenager navigating the complexities of love, family, and societal expectations in New York City. The story explores how Anna balances her privileged life while dealing with relationships and the pressures of her social environment. The narrative is a contemporary retelling of the classic tale Anna Karenina.
Romantic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jenny Lee's Anna K: A Love Story offers a modern retelling of Tolstoy's classic, blending teenage opulence with cultural identity. Positively noted for its sharp dialog and diverse characters, critics find its exploration of privilege insightful. However, some critique its pacing and depth in adapting the source material. Overall, it's an engaging yet polarizing take on young adult drama.
Who Should Read Anna K: A Love Story?
A reader who enjoys Anna K: A Love Story would likely appreciate modern retellings of classics, such as Anna Karenina. Fans of Crazy Rich Asians and Gossip Girl seeking drama, romance, and high-society intrigue, set in a contemporary, teen-centric world, will find it captivating.
18,713 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionNew York City • Contemporary
2020
YA
15-18 years
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