Mister Pip
Mister Pip
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
Bougainville Island • 1990s
2006
Adult
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
Mister Pip by Lloyd Jones is a coming-of-age narrative set in Papua New Guinea during the 1991 Bougainville civil war, following thirteen-year-old Matilda Laimo whose life changes when her village's blockade leads to Mr. Watts reading Great Expectations, especially enriching her through Dickens' character, Pip; violence and trauma from the war impact Matilda and her community. The book contains references to war violence and atrocities.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Emotional
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
24,655 ratings
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Review Roundup
Lloyd Jones's Mister Pip is widely praised for its evocative storytelling and rich character development, particularly the portrayal of Matilda and Mr. Watts. Critics commend its integration of literature within the narrative and its exploration of cultural identity. However, some find the pacing inconsistent and the ending divisive. Overall, it is lauded for its emotional depth and thematic complexity.
Who Should Read Mister Pip?
A reader who would enjoy Lloyd Jones's Mister Pip is likely drawn to thought-provoking narratives that blend historical context with literary homage. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and Life of Pi by Yann Martel may appreciate the novel's exploration of innocence, survival, and the transformative power of literature.
24,655 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Novel • Fiction
Bougainville Island • 1990s
2006
Adult
15-18 years
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