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Learning to Drive: A Novel

Mary Hays
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Learning to Drive: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

Book Brief

Mary Hays

Learning to Drive: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Learning to Drive: A Novel by Mary Hays centers on Charlotte McGuffey, a young widow and mother who, driven by guilt and grief after her estranged husband is killed, relocates to his family's farm in Vermont. There, she confronts her faith, explores family history, and navigates her role as a mother, ultimately discovering personal strength and new perspectives on life.

Contemplative

Inspirational

Emotional

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.3

117 ratings

38%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

33%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Learning to Drive: A Novel by Mary Hays is lauded for its nuanced characters and emotional depth. Readers appreciate the protagonist's transformative journey and Hays' eloquent prose. However, some critiques highlight a slow-paced plot and predictability in the storyline. Overall, it's a compelling read for those who enjoy introspective and character-driven narratives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Learning to Drive: A Novel?

Readers who would enjoy Learning to Drive: A Novel by Mary Hays are typically fans of introspective and heartfelt narratives, exploring personal growth and transformation. Ideal for those who appreciate novels like Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert and Wild by Cheryl Strayed.

3.3

117 ratings

38%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

33%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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