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High Fidelity

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995

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Nick Hornby

High Fidelity

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

340

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

High Fidelity by Nick Hornby follows Rob Fleming, a 35-year-old record store owner in London who, after being dumped by his girlfriend Laura, revisits his top five worst breakups to grasp his romantic failures. As he contacts his exes, he gains insights into his past and personal growth, ultimately rekindling his relationship with Laura and finding renewed purpose.

Nostalgic

Humorous

Romantic

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

209,699 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Nick Hornby's High Fidelity offers a witty, poignant exploration of relationships and self-discovery through the eyes of its music-obsessed protagonist. Reviewers praise its humor and relatable characters, though some criticize its occasional lack of depth and aimless narrative. Overall, it's lauded for its charm and emotional resonance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read High Fidelity?

Readers who enjoyed About a Boy by Nick Hornby or Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding will likely find High Fidelity appealing. This book attracts those who appreciate humor, romance, and the cultural landscape of pop music. Ideal for fans of character-driven narratives and introspective journeys of self-discovery.

4.1

209,699 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

340

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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