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Refund

Karen E. Bender
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Refund

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2015

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Karen E. Bender

Refund

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

3.7

1,061 ratings

54%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Karen E. Bender's Refund is celebrated for its insightful exploration of economic insecurity and its effects on ordinary lives. The prose is praised for its clarity and emotional resonance. However, some critiques mention the pacing as inconsistent across stories. Overall, Bender’s collection is recognized for its poignant, relatable narratives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Refund?

Readers who relish nuanced explorations of financial struggles and societal pressures will enjoy Refund by Karen E. Bender. Ideal for fans of Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout and Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri, Bender's collection offers poignant, character-driven stories that delve into the human condition.

3.7

1,061 ratings

54%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Topic
Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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