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Remembering the Bones

Frances Itani
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Remembering the Bones

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

Book Brief

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Frances Itani

Remembering the Bones

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

283

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Dramatic Literature

Historical Fiction

Canadian Literature
Setting

Ontario, Canada • 2000s

Theme
Family
Topic
Grief & Death

Relationships
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Remembering the Bones by Frances Itani follows Georgie Witley, an elderly woman, who reflects on her life and memories during a challenging journey. As she prepares for a significant event, Georgie confronts her past, relationships, and identity, contemplating the essence of life and connection while navigating a deeply personal experience.

Contemplative

Melancholic

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

3.8

1,457 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Remembering the Bones by Frances Itani is praised for its poignant exploration of memory and resilience, with a well-crafted narrative and engaging protagonist. Critics note the novel’s lyrical prose and introspective depth. However, some find its pacing slow and the plot occasionally predictable. The blend of humor and tragedy is highlighted as a significant strength.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Remembering the Bones?

A reader who enjoys Remembering the Bones by Frances Itani would likely appreciate character-driven narratives and introspective journeys. Fans of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce or A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman may find similar enjoyment in this touching exploration of life and memory.

3.8

1,457 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

283

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Dramatic Literature

Historical Fiction

Canadian Literature
Setting

Ontario, Canada • 2000s

Theme
Family
Topic
Grief & Death

Relationships
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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