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The Adversary

Michael Crummey
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The Adversary

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024

Book Brief

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Michael Crummey

The Adversary

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction
Setting

Newfoundland • 1990s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2024

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

3.8

2,276 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Adversary by Michael Crummey has been praised for its lyrical prose and deep exploration of human relationships and faith. The narrative style and vivid setting captivate readers. However, some find the pacing slow and the character development uneven. The novel's atmosphere and thematic depth are often highlighted as its strongest attributes.

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Who Should Read The Adversary?

Readers who enjoy The Adversary by Michael Crummey appreciate lyrical prose, historical fiction, and complex character studies, akin to those in The Luminaries by Eleanor Catton or The Sea by John Banville. They are drawn to narratives that explore human resilience and the intricacies of human relationships.

3.8

2,276 ratings

67%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction
Setting

Newfoundland • 1990s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2024

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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