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Purity

Jonathan Franzen
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Purity

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2012

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Jonathan Franzen

Purity

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 2010s

Publication Year

2012

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Purity by Jonathan Franzen follows a young woman named Purity "Pip" Tyler as she navigates her enigmatic family history and explores themes of identity, truth, and morality. Set in contemporary America and Europe, the novel intertwines her journey with those of several other complex characters.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

1,967 ratings

46%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jonathan Franzen's Purity garners mixed reactions. Critics praise its intricate plot, deep character exploration, and sharp social commentary. However, some find it overlong and convoluted, with pacing issues and less engaging subplots. Overall, it's seen as a complex narrative highlighting Franzen's strengths and flaws as a storyteller.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Purity?

Readers who enjoy Jonathan Franzen's Purity are typically drawn to complex characters, intricate plots, and social critique. Fans of Franzen's The Corrections and David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest will appreciate the book's depth and exploration of modern existential crises. Franzen's storytelling appeals to those interested in the intersection of personal and societal issues.

3.7

1,967 ratings

46%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 2010s

Publication Year

2012

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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