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Bait

David Albahari
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Bait

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

Book Brief

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David Albahari

Bait

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

117

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Jewish Literature
Setting

Calgary, Canada • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Bait, David Albahari explores themes of memory, identity, and displacement. A narrator reflects on their life experiences, grappling with the complexities of familial relationships and the impact of historical events on personal identity. Through a compelling narrative, individuals confront their past while navigating a sense of belonging in changing environments.

Contemplative

Melancholic

Mysterious

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

577 ratings

70%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

David Albahari's Bait is celebrated for its introspective exploration of memory and identity, with a narrative style that captivates readers seeking deep philosophical engagement. However, some critics find the prose challenging, potentially alienating those who prefer plot-driven stories. The novel's strength lies in its ability to provoke thought, even if it risks losing more casual readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bait?

A reader who appreciates introspective and fragmented narratives akin to The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro or The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera will enjoy Bait by David Albahari. This reader is drawn to themes of memory, identity, and the immigrant experience, valuing philosophical and reflective storytelling.

4.1

577 ratings

70%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

117

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Jewish Literature
Setting

Calgary, Canada • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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