Tampa
Tampa
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Florida • 2000s
2013
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Tampa by Alissa Nutting follows Celeste Price, a middle school teacher in Florida, who harbors a dark obsession. The novel delves into her calculated steps to fulfill her desire while maintaining a veneer of normalcy in her professional life.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Tampa by Alissa Nutting draws a mix of reactions for its provocative and controversial narrative. Praised for its fearless and unapologetic exploration of taboo topics, the novel has been described as both compelling and uncomfortable. However, some critics argue that its explicit content and morally ambiguous protagonist may alienate readers. Overall, it is a bold, divisive read.
Who Should Read Tampa?
Readers who appreciate provocative and controversial narratives, much like Vladimir Nabokov’s Lolita or Bret Easton Ellis’s American Psycho, will find Tampa by Alissa Nutting compelling. This novel's exploration of taboo subjects, along with its dark, satirical tone, caters to those intrigued by complex psychological characters and morally ambiguous storytelling.
51,956 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Florida • 2000s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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