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Leonard and Hungry Paul

Ronan Hession
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Leonard and Hungry Paul

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Ronan Hession

Leonard and Hungry Paul

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Novel • Fiction

Theme
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Leonard and Hungry Paul by Ronan Hession follows two gentle, introverted friends navigating life's small, meaningful moments. Leonard, who writes children's encyclopedias, and Paul, who lives with his parents, find beauty in everyday experiences and the strength of their friendship. The novel reflects on the impact of quiet lives in a loud world.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

16,731 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Leonard and Hungry Paul by Ronan Hession has been praised for its tender and uplifting portrayal of friendship and ordinary lives, with readers appreciating its charm and understated humor. However, some critics find the plot too slow and uneventful. Overall, it’s celebrated for its gentle storytelling and unique character exploration.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Leonard and Hungry Paul?

Fans of gently introspective and heartwarming tales, such as in Fredrik Backman's A Man Called Ove or Gail Honeyman's Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, will appreciate Ronan Hession's Leonard and Hungry Paul. This novel speaks to those who cherish quiet, character-driven stories about friendship and finding one's place in the world.

4.2

16,731 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Novel • Fiction

Theme
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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