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The Innocents

Michael Crummey
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The Innocents

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

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Michael Crummey

The Innocents

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

293

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction
Setting

Newfoundland • 1800s

Theme
Family
Topic
World History
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Innocents by Michael Crummey follows two young siblings, Evered and Ada, who struggle to survive in an isolated cove in 19th-century Newfoundland following their parents' deaths. The novel explores themes of survival, family bonds, and the harshness of nature as the siblings navigate their coming-of-age journey in a remote and unforgiving environment.

Melancholic

Mysterious

Gritty

Contemplative

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

11,233 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Innocents by Michael Crummey receives acclaim for its vivid prose and atmospheric setting, depicting the harsh isolation of Newfoundland. Critics praise the rich character development, particularly the siblings' relationship. However, some note the pacing can be slow. Overall, it’s deemed a compelling and haunting exploration of survival and resilience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Innocents?

Readers who relish atmospheric narratives would enjoy The Innocents. It's perfect for admirers of survival tales like The Road by Cormac McCarthy, poignant coming-of-age stories such as To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, and those captivated by the raw, rugged beauty found in Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens.

3.9

11,233 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

293

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction
Setting

Newfoundland • 1800s

Theme
Family
Topic
World History
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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