From a Low and Quiet Sea
From a Low and Quiet Sea
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionIreland • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
From a Low and Quiet Sea by Donal Ryan intertwines the lives of three individuals: a Syrian refugee, an Irish boy in love, and a grieving father. Their stories explore themes of loss, love, and redemption, ultimately converging in a small Irish town, highlighting human resilience and connections across diverse backgrounds.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Donal Ryan's From a Low and Quiet Sea is praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth, weaving stories of loss and redemption. The novel's structure, interlinking three distinct narratives, is largely applauded, though some find the transitions jarring. Overall, it is revered for its poignant exploration of humanity, despite pacing issues.
Who Should Read From a Low and Quiet Sea?
A reader who would enjoy From a Low and Quiet Sea appreciates evocative, character-driven narratives exploring themes of loss, resilience, and redemption. This novel appeals to fans of Colum McCann's Let the Great World Spin and Sebastian Barry's Days Without End.
8,850 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionIreland • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
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