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Reilly's Luck

Louis L'Amour
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Reilly's Luck

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Louis L'Amour

Reilly's Luck

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Action & Adventure
Setting

American West • 19th Century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Reilly's Luck by Louis L'Amour follows a young boy named Val Darrant, who is abandoned by his mother and raised by the resourceful gambler Will Reilly. Set in the American West, Val learns important lessons in resilience and survival, shaping his journey toward becoming a strong, independent individual.

Adventurous

Inspirational

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.5

6,690 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reilly's Luck by Louis L'Amour receives praise for its engaging storytelling and strong character development, particularly the resilient protagonist. The novel's vivid depiction of the Wild West atmosphere captivates readers. However, some criticize its predictability and formulaic plot. Overall, it is a compelling read for fans of Westerns.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Reilly's Luck?

A reader who enjoys Reilly's Luck by Louis L'Amour likely appreciates Westerns, adventure, and historical settings. Fans of stories with strong, stoic protagonists and themes of honor and survival will find this appealing. Similar audiences might enjoy Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry or True Grit by Charles Portis.

4.5

6,690 ratings

87%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

218

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Mystery & Crime Fiction

Action & Adventure
Setting

American West • 19th Century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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