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The Boy in the Field

Margot Livesey
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The Boy in the Field

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Margot Livesey

The Boy in the Field

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

257

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Oxfordshire, England • 1990s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Margot Livesey's novel, The Boy in the Field, three siblings find a wounded boy in a field, which profoundly affects their lives. Set in 1999 near Oxford, the siblings embark on personal journeys influenced by this encounter, exploring themes of family, trauma, and discovery as they unravel the mystery surrounding the boy’s condition.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Melancholic

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

3.9

10,781 ratings

63%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Boy in the Field by Margot Livesey is lauded for its lyrical prose and engrossing narrative. The novel's exploration of familial dynamics and emotional aftermath resonates well. Some critiques mention a slower pace that may not appeal to all readers. Characters are well-developed, although a few plot points feel underexplored. Overall, a poignant and thoughtful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Boy in the Field?

Fans of character-driven narratives who appreciate introspective exploration akin to Atonement by Ian McEwan will enjoy The Boy in the Field by Margot Livesey. This book appeals to readers who relish family dynamics, psychological depth, and the unfolding of mystery in everyday life.

3.9

10,781 ratings

63%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

257

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Oxfordshire, England • 1990s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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