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Love Anthony

Lisa Genova
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Love Anthony

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

Book Brief

Lisa Genova

Love Anthony

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Love Anthony by Lisa Genova follows the lives of Beth and Olivia on Nantucket Island. Beth uncovers her husband's infidelity and starts writing about an autistic boy inspired by a beach encounter. Olivia, grieving the loss of her autistic son Anthony, starts a photography business. The two women bond, and Beth's manuscript about Anthony resonates deeply with Olivia, helping her find closure and new direction in life. The novel explores themes of autism, love, and personal growth.

Emotional

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Heartwarming

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

42,206 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The novel Love Anthony by Lisa Genova has generally received positive reviews for its insightful portrayal of autism and the emotional depth of the characters. Critics commend Genova's sensitive approach to complex subjects like grieving and personal growth. However, some readers feel that certain plot elements are predictable and the pacing uneven.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Love Anthony?

Fans of emotional, character-driven novels like Still Alice and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time will enjoy Love Anthony. Ideal for readers interested in stories about family, resilience, and the complexities of autism, it offers a poignant exploration of life's unexpected connections.

4.2

42,206 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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