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If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things

Jon Mcgregor
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If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Jon Mcgregor

If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

275

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Unnamed British City • 1990s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things by Jon McGregor is a novel set on a single city block, centered around an unnamed tragedy. The narrative intricately weaves together the lives of the neighborhood’s residents, revealing their personal struggles and the impact of the tragedy through two perspectives: one woman's and the collective voice of the neighborhood. Topics of vehicle accidents and child fatalities are present.

Contemplative

Mysterious

Melancholic

Bittersweet

Serene

Reviews & Readership

3.9

11,985 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things by Jon McGregor is lauded for its poetic prose and intricate depiction of ordinary life, which captivates readers with its lyrical style. Critics appreciate McGregor's ability to find beauty in the mundane. However, some find the narrative's slow pace and fragmented structure challenging. Overall, it's praised for its emotional depth and innovative storytelling.

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Who Should Read If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things?

If you cherish lyrical, observant, and deeply human narratives akin to Virginia Woolf’s Mrs. Dalloway or Marilynne Robinson’s Housekeeping, you will appreciate Jon McGregor’s If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things. It’s perfect for readers who relish fragmented storytelling and the quiet profundity in everyday life.

3.9

11,985 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

275

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Unnamed British City • 1990s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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