The Last of Her Kind
The Last of Her Kind
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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American Literature•
Modern Classic FictionNew York City • 1960s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Last of Her Kind by Sigrid Nunez explores the evolving friendship between two women from different backgrounds who meet at Barnard College in the late 1960s. The novel delves into themes of social change, privilege, and the impact of radical ideas on personal and societal relationships across decades.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sigrid Nunez’s The Last of Her Kind is lauded for its compelling exploration of friendship, race, and societal change. Critics praise Nunez's nuanced character development, though some find pacing uneven. The novel's historical context enriches the narrative but might overwhelm readers seeking lighter themes. Overall, it resonates for its emotional depth and literary merit.
Who Should Read The Last of Her Kind?
A reader who enjoys The Last of Her Kind by Sigrid Nunez will likely appreciate character-driven narratives exploring social change and friendship, akin to readers of The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt or The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer. These readers are drawn to nuanced examinations of identity and historical context.
3,355 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
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American Literature•
Modern Classic FictionNew York City • 1960s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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