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Let Me Be Frank With You

Richard Ford
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Let Me Be Frank With You

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

Book Brief

Richard Ford

Let Me Be Frank With You

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Let Me Be Frank With You by Richard Ford is a collection of four novellas narrated by Frank Bascombe, a retired real estate agent, reflecting on life post-Hurricane Sandy. Set around Christmas 2012, this observant and cynical protagonist interacts with various people from his past, tackling issues like trauma, aging, and regret, while offering a blend of humor and melancholy. Topics include domestic violence, death by suicide, and terminal illness.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.8

7,122 ratings

62%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Richard Ford's Let Me Be Frank With You is lauded for its contemplative exploration of aging and existentialism, capturing nuanced character introspection. Some critics, however, note a repetitive narrative style and a slow pace. The book resonates emotionally with readers who appreciate deep, reflective prose, but it may not appeal to those seeking a more dynamic plot.

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Who Should Read Let Me Be Frank With You?

Fans of introspective, character-driven novels like John Updike's Rabbit series and Anne Tyler's The Amateur Marriage will appreciate Let Me Be Frank With You by Richard Ford. This book is ideal for readers who enjoy nuanced exploration of aging, personal reflection, and the complexities of modern American life.

3.8

7,122 ratings

62%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • 2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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