Astray
Astray
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
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Irish LiteratureVarious Locations • 17th-20th centuries
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Astray by Emma Donoghue is a collection of short stories exploring the experiences of people who have strayed from their familiar environments or societies. Drawing inspiration from historical events and figures, Donoghue presents tales of individuals navigating displacement, exploration, and self-discovery. Through narratives like "Man and Boy" and "The Body Swap," each story captures moments of change and challenge.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
6,887 ratings
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Review Roundup
Emma Donoghue's Astray receives praise for its rich storytelling and historical detail, engaging readers with diverse narratives of displacement. Reviewers commend its emotional depth and vivid character portrayals, noting how it evokes empathy. However, some find the short story format limits character development and depth. Overall, it's a compelling exploration of human resilience.
Who Should Read Astray?
Readers who savor Astray by Emma Donoghue are drawn to evocative historical fiction short stories, exploring themes of displacement and adventure. Similar fans of The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton and The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern would appreciate the vivid narrative and rich character exploration in Donoghue's work.
6,887 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Short Story • Fiction
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Irish LiteratureVarious Locations • 17th-20th centuries
2012
Adult
18+ years
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