Glass
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
241
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
In Alex Christofi’s debut novel, Glass (2015), the story follows eccentric former milkman and aspiring window cleaner, Günter Glass, as narrated by his friend, Dean Angela Winterbottom, after his death at twenty-two. The narrative explores Günter's obsession with glass, his rise to window-cleaning fame, romantic entanglements, and confrontations with adversities in London. The book deals with themes such as death and domestic terrorism.
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Mysterious
Melancholic
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Alex Christofi's Glass is generally praised for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters. Readers appreciate Christofi's unique storytelling style and humor. However, some critics note that the plot can feel disjointed at times and that certain themes lack depth. Overall, it's a compelling read with a few minor flaws.
A reader who enjoys Glass by Alex Christofi would appreciate literary fiction with well-drawn characters and insights into contemporary life. Similar to fans of Nine Stories by J.D. Salinger or White Teeth by Zadie Smith, they crave nuanced narratives that explore personal and social complexities with wit and empathy.
273 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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241
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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