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New York

Edward Rutherfurd
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New York

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Edward Rutherfurd

New York

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

862

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Travel Literature
Setting

New York City • Various Decades

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

New York by Edward Rutherfurd is a historical novel that explores the rich tapestry of New York City through the lives of diverse families over several centuries. The narrative intertwines personal stories with major historical events, illustrating the city's evolution from a small Dutch settlement to a bustling metropolis.

Informative

Adventurous

Nostalgic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

53,505 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Edward Rutherfurd’s New York masterfully intertwines the city’s history with rich, multifaceted characters, offering a vivid depiction of its evolution. The extensive historical detail and engaging narrative are highly praised, though some readers find the novel's expansive scope leads to a lack of depth in certain character arcs. Overall, it provides an insightful and immersive experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read New York?

Readers who enjoy New York by Edward Rutherfurd are often history enthusiasts with a passion for epic sagas. Fans of Sarum by Rutherfurd or Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett, who appreciate richly detailed narratives spanning generations, will find this book captivating.

4.3

53,505 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

862

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Travel Literature
Setting

New York City • Various Decades

Topic
World History

US History
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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