Exciting Times
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
243
Novel • Fiction
Hong Kong • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
Exciting Times by Naoise Dolan centers on Ava, an Irish expat living in Hong Kong, navigating her complex relationships with Julian, a wealthy banker, and Edith, a charming lawyer. The novel explores themes of love, socioeconomic status, and personal identity, as Ava contemplates her place in the world and her feelings for both individuals.
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Naoise Dolan's Exciting Times is celebrated for its sharp wit and intelligent prose, drawing comparisons to Sally Rooney. Reviewers appreciate its exploration of millennial disaffection and nuanced character portrayals. However, some criticize the emotional detachment of the narrative and a certain predictability in its plot development. Overall, it is seen as a compelling and thought-provoking debut.
Readers who enjoy Exciting Times by Naoise Dolan are typically drawn to introspective, witty novels exploring themes of identity and relationships. Fans of Sally Rooney’s Normal People and Conversations with Friends or Ottessa Moshfegh’s My Year of Rest and Relaxation would appreciate Dolan’s sharp prose and exploration of millennial dilemmas.
74,294 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
243
Novel • Fiction
Hong Kong • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
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