Plot Summary

Bark

Lorrie Moore
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Bark

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1998

Book Brief

Lorrie Moore

Bark

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

3.7

9,511 ratings

57%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Bark by Lorrie Moore showcases her signature wit and keen observation of human relationships, earning praise for its sharp prose and dark humor. However, some readers find the stories uneven and not as impactful as her previous work. While Moore's skill in capturing life's absurdities is evident, a few pieces feel overly familiar or lacking in depth. MLA.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Bark?

A reader who enjoys Bark by Lorrie Moore is likely appreciative of sharp, darkly humorous short stories that explore the complexities of human relationships. Fans of Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout or Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri will find Moore's poignant and witty prose engaging.

3.7

9,511 ratings

57%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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