Plot Summary

Eventide

Kent Haruf
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Eventide

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

Book Brief

Kent Haruf

Eventide

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

299

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Holt, Colorado • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Eventide by Kent Haruf follows the intertwined lives of several residents in the small town of Holt, Colorado, including the McPheron brothers who help a young mother and her daughter while facing personal tragedy, the Wallace family struggling with addiction and abuse, and a young man named DJ coping with the loss of a loved one, all set against an exploration of human connection and resilience. The narrative involves instances of domestic abuse and violence.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.3

28,697 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Eventide by Kent Haruf continues the poignant exploration of small-town life initiated in his earlier works. Reviews commend Haruf's evocative prose and deep empathy for his characters. Critics laud the emotional depth and realistic portrayal of community. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Overall, it is praised as a touching and beautifully written novel.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Eventide?

Readers who appreciate heartfelt, character-driven stories set in rural America will enjoy Eventide by Kent Haruf. Ideal for fans of Marilynne Robinson's Gilead or Annie Proulx's The Shipping News, this book resonates with those who savor quiet narratives exploring human connections, community, and resilience.

4.3

28,697 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

299

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Holt, Colorado • 2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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