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The Bridge

Iain Banks
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The Bridge

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

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Iain Banks

The Bridge

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Science Fiction
Topic
Finance
Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Iain Banks's The Bridge, an individual experiences life on a massive, surreal bridge after a traumatic accident. The narrative blends reality, dreams, and metaphorical landscapes, exploring themes of identity and consciousness as the protagonist navigates this mysterious world. The novel weaves complex layers of personal history and imagined reality in a compelling journey of self-discovery.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Fantastical

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.0

13,251 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Iain Banks' The Bridge captivates with its inventive narrative and complex structure, blending elements of fantasy, science fiction, and psychological introspection. Critics praise its rich symbolism and thought-provoking themes. However, some find its intricacy challenging, potentially detracting from reader engagement. Overall, it's celebrated for its originality and depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Bridge?

Readers who enjoy The Bridge by Iain Banks are likely fans of surreal, imaginative narratives that blend reality with dream-like scenarios. Similar in tone to Kafka's The Trial and Murakami's Kafka on the Shore, these readers appreciate psychological depth, intricate symbolism, and speculative elements in their literary explorations.

4.0

13,251 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Science Fiction
Topic
Finance
Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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