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Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates

Tom Robbins
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Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

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Tom Robbins

Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates

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

445

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various Locations • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates by Tom Robbins follows Switters, an unconventional CIA operative who navigates various global escapades while grappling with personal and philosophical dilemmas. Robbins' narrative blends humor, adventure, and existential insights, portraying Switters' journey that defies traditional boundaries and expectations.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

29,698 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tom Robbins' novel Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates is celebrated for its imaginative plot, witty dialogue, and unconventional protagonist. Critics praise its humor and philosophical depth but note that its eccentric style and complex narrative may not appeal to all readers. Overall, the book is a unique and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates?

Readers who relish eccentric plots, witty wordplay, and philosophical musings will delight in Tom Robbins's Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates. Comparable to works like Infinite Jest by David Foster Wallace and Catch-22 by Joseph Heller, this novel is perfect for those who savor intellectual humor and unconventional storytelling.

4.2

29,698 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

445

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various Locations • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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