Far to Go
Far to Go
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
322
Novel • Fiction
Czechoslovakia • 1930s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Far to Go by Alison Pick follows the Bauer family, Jewish-Czechs in a small town in the Czech Republic, as they navigate the rise of anti-Semitism and the Nazi regime in 1938. The family consists of Pavel, Annaliese, and their son Pepik, alongside their maid Marta, who struggles when her lover Ernst betrays them. A modern-day Montreal researcher narrates parts of the story, linking past and present. The novel addresses the impact of historical events on family dynamics and personal loyalty. The book includes depictions of anti-Semitism and betrayal.
Melancholic
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Emotional
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Far to Go by Alison Pick is generally well-received for its evocative prose and richly detailed historical setting. Reviewers praise the emotional depth and nuanced portrayal of characters, though some find the narrative pacing uneven. Overall, the novel's exploration of WWII's impact on an ordinary family is both poignant and thought-provoking.
Who Should Read Far to Go?
Far to Go by Alison Pick will captivate readers who appreciate historical fiction, particularly those drawn to Holocaust narratives and nuanced family sagas. Fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and The Book Thief by Markus Zusak will find Pick’s poignant storytelling and rich historical detail equally compelling.
3,305 ratings
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322
Novel • Fiction
Czechoslovakia • 1930s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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