Honeydew

Edith Pearlman

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1977

Book Brief

Edith Pearlman

Honeydew

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1977

Book Details

Pages

288

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Genre

Modern Classic Fiction

Publication Year

1977

Audience

Adult

Reviews & Readership

3.9

2,281 ratings

60%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Review Roundup

Edith Pearlman's Honeydew captivates with its masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters. Reviewers praise the collection's emotional depth and variety. However, some feel its intricacy can be demanding. Overall, it's a stunning showcase of Pearlman's expertise, merging poetic prose with keen insights into human nature.

Who Should Read Honeydew?

Honeydew by Edith Pearlman captivates readers who appreciate intricately woven short stories that delve into human nature and complex relationships. Fans of Alice Munro's Dear Life or Jhumpa Lahiri's Interpreter of Maladies will find Pearlman's collection profoundly moving and beautifully crafted.

3.9