Land of Love and Drowning
Land of Love and Drowning
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
416
Novel • Fiction
Virgin Islands • 20th Century
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Land of Love and Drowning by Tiphanie Yanique is a historical novel with touches of magical realism that follows the Bradshaw family across three generations, as they navigate the socio-political changes in the Virgin Islands from 1916 to the 1970s, grappling with identity, love, and survival amidst personal and communal turmoil. The novel includes themes of incest and non-consensual relationships.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Fantastical
Emotional
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
5,994 ratings
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Review Roundup
Tiphanie Yanique's Land of Love and Drowning is celebrated for its lush language and vivid portrayal of the Virgin Islands. Critics praise its magical realism and strong sense of place, though some find the narrative structure challenging. The novel's complex characters and rich historical backdrop resonate deeply with readers, despite occasional pacing issues.
Who Should Read Land of Love and Drowning?
Readers who cherish multigenerational family sagas imbued with magical realism and lush, evocative prose will find Land of Love and Drowning by Tiphanie Yanique captivating. Fans of Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude and Toni Morrison's Beloved will likely appreciate this enthralling narrative set in the Virgin Islands.
5,994 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
416
Novel • Fiction
Virgin Islands • 20th Century
2014
Adult
18+ years
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