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Snow

John Banville
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Snow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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John Banville

Snow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • 1950s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Snow by John Banville is a suspenseful crime novel set in 1950s Ireland. It follows Detective Inspector St. John Strafford as he investigates the murder of a priest in a secluded manor. As he delves deeper, he navigates complex social and religious dynamics, uncovering hidden secrets and challenging truths.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

John Banville's Snow evokes a chilling atmosphere with its well-crafted prose and intricate plot. Positive reviews laud its immersive setting and compelling character development, often comparing it favorably to classic detective fiction. However, some critics find the pacing slow and the resolution less satisfying. Overall, the novel stands out for its atmospheric storytelling, despite minor drawbacks.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Snow?

Readers who appreciate rich, atmospheric prose and intricate mysteries akin to Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express or Tana French’s In the Woods will relish Snow by John Banville. This novel is perfect for those who enjoy delving into character-driven stories set in moody, evocative settings.

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • 1950s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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