The Hotel New Hampshire
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1981
401
Novel • Fiction
Various, USA • 1950s
1981
YA
18+ years
The Hotel New Hampshire by John Irving follows the eccentric Berry family, as narrated by John Berry, after their father, Win, buys and runs a hotel in New Hampshire. As the family navigates various personal and emotional challenges, their journey extends to Vienna after a tragic event, revealing deeper complexities in their relationships and leading them to return to America to start anew in New York City. Topics include incidents of sexual violence and trauma.
Gritty
Bittersweet
Dark
Melancholic
Humorous
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John Irving's The Hotel New Hampshire offers a blend of dark humor and poignant storytelling, creating a unique family saga. Reviewers praise the novel's rich, eccentric characters and emotional depth. However, some critique its occasional implausibility and uneven pacing. Overall, it's a compelling read for those who appreciate Irving's distinctive style.
Readers who enjoy The World According to Garp by John Irving or A Prayer for Owen Meany will likely be captivated by The Hotel New Hampshire. This book appeals to those drawn to quirky, complex family sagas with a blend of dark humor and poignant moments, similar to the works of J.D. Salinger or Kurt Vonnegut.
67,862 ratings
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401
Novel • Fiction
Various, USA • 1950s
1981
YA
18+ years
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