Something Rotten (Thursday Next, #4)
Something Rotten (Thursday Next, #4)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Swindon, England • 1980s
2005
Adult
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
Something Rotten by Jasper Fforde follows Thursday Next, a literary detective who returns to Swindon with her son and pet dodo. She faces challenges involving the corrupt Goliath Corporation, political machinations, and a Shakespeare clone. The story is part of the Thursday Next series, blending mystery, fantasy, and literary references.
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Review Roundup
Something Rotten by Jasper Fforde offers a clever and humorous literary adventure, praised for its wit and inventive plot. Reviewers admire the rich characterizations and playful narrative. However, some critics note that the complex intertextual references may overwhelm new readers. Overall, it's an engaging read for literary enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Something Rotten (Thursday Next, #4)?
Readers who enjoy witty, genre-blending novels with a penchant for literary references and a touch of satire would love Jasper Fforde's Something Rotten. Fans of Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Terry Pratchett's Discworld series would find much to enjoy in Fforde's inventive and humorous storytelling.
37,087 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Swindon, England • 1980s
2005
Adult
16-18 years
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