Quiet Torrential Sound
Quiet Torrential Sound
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Brief
10
Play • Fiction
2002
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
"Quiet Torrential Sound" by Joan Ackermann is a 1995 short play that centers on a dialogue between two sisters, Claire and Monica, at a cafe after attending a Beethoven concert. While Monica rambles about art and music, Claire remains mostly silent until revealing she attended a workshop. The play juxtaposes the sisters' verbal and nonverbal communication. Sensitive topics related to sexuality are discussed.
Contemplative
Serene
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Joan Ackermann’s Quiet Torrential Sound captivates with its poetic prose and profound insights into human emotion. Reviewers praise its evocative language and compelling characters, though some feel the narrative pace is uneven. While not universally acclaimed, the book’s lyrical quality and authentic emotional depth resonate strongly with many readers.
Who Should Read Quiet Torrential Sound?
Quiet Torrential Sound by Joan Ackermann will captivate readers who enjoy nuanced character studies and profound emotional journeys. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee or The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd will appreciate its poignant exploration of personal growth and human connection.
10
Play • Fiction
2002
Adult
18+ years
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