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The Drowner

Robert Drewe
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The Drowner

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

Book Brief

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Robert Drewe

The Drowner

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Western Australia • 1890s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Drowner by Robert Drewe explores the life of an individual managing water flows and their impact on communities in early 20th-century Australia. It delves into themes of love, ambition, and survival as the protagonist navigates challenges in both personal and professional realms, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing environment.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Melancholic

Dark

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.7

303 ratings

52%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Drowner by Robert Drewe is praised for its vivid prose and atmospheric setting, immersing readers in the Australian landscape. The narrative blends romance and history, though some critics find the pacing uneven. Character development is compelling, but the plot occasionally dips into predictability. Overall, it offers a rich, evocative reading experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Drowner?

A reader who revels in lush prose and mysterious, atmospheric tales akin to Cloudstreet by Tim Winton or The Secret River by Kate Grenville will be captivated by The Drowner. Fans of historical fiction with a touch of romance and a deep connection to the Australian landscape will find this novel enchanting.

3.7

303 ratings

52%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Western Australia • 1890s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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