Greasy Lake and Other Stories
Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1985
240
Short Story Collection • Fiction
1985
Adult
18+ years
Greasy Lake and Other Stories by T.C. Boyle features a blend of dark humor and compelling narratives capturing the American zeitgeist. Reviewers praise Boyle's vivid, evocative prose and the rich, diverse characters. However, some find the tone inconsistent and certain stories less engaging. Overall, a provocative and thought-provoking collection.
Readers who savor the dark, satirical edge of postmodern fiction found in T.C. Boyle’s Greasy Lake and Other Stories will find similarities in Richard Ford’s Rock Springs and the gritty realism of Raymond Carver’s Will You Please Be Quiet, Please? Fans of rooted, character-driven narratives exploring societal fringes will be captivated.
240
Short Story Collection • Fiction
1985
Adult
18+ years
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