The Green Road
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
336
Novel • Fiction
Ireland • 2000s
2015
Adult
18+ years
The Green Road by Anne Enright follows the shifting dynamics of the Madigan family from County Clare, Ireland. The narrative, which alternates between third-person perspectives, opens with the children's separate paths and later depicts their return home when their mother, Rosaleen, plans to sell their family property. The story explores themes such as illness, alcoholism, sexual identity, and loss.
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Emotional
Nostalgic
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Anne Enright's The Green Road captivates with its lyrical prose and poignant exploration of family dynamics, impressing many critics. The novel's non-linear structure and strong character development are often praised. However, some find the fragmented narrative challenging, and the pacing can be uneven. Overall, it's a powerful, introspective read highlighting Enright's literary brilliance.
A reader who would enjoy The Green Road by Anne Enright is someone who appreciates literary fiction with rich, character-driven narratives, exploring themes of family dynamics and personal identity. Fans of Anne Tyler's Breathing Lessons or Jonathan Franzen's The Corrections will find similar depth and storytelling prowess in Enright's work.
22,124 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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336
Novel • Fiction
Ireland • 2000s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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