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Ocean Sea

Alastair McEwen, Alessandro Baricco
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Ocean Sea

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Alastair McEwen, Alessandro Baricco

Ocean Sea

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seaside Inn • 19th century

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Ocean Sea by Alastair McEwen and Alessandro Baricco intertwines the lives of several individuals who find themselves at a remote seaside inn. The story explores themes of love, loss, and discovery against the backdrop of an enigmatic and ever-changing ocean. The narrative weaves together various perspectives, creating a contemplative and atmospheric tale.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

26,295 ratings

75%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ocean Sea by Alastair McEwen and Alessandro Baricco is highly praised for its poetic prose and imaginative storytelling, creating a lyrical, almost dreamlike reading experience. However, some critics note that the abstract narrative and philosophical musings can be challenging and may alienate readers who prefer a more straightforward plot. Despite this, it's celebrated for its originality and depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ocean Sea?

A reader who enjoys lyrical prose, philosophical musings, and richly drawn characters will find Ocean Sea a captivating read. Fans of Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude or Italo Calvino’s If on a Winter's Night a Traveler will appreciate the novel's blend of magical realism and existential exploration.

4.2

26,295 ratings

75%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seaside Inn • 19th century

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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