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The Rain Heron

Robbie Arnott
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The Rain Heron

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Robbie Arnott

The Rain Heron

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Magical Realism

Science Fiction
Setting

Unnamed Dystopian World • Future

Theme
Environment
Topic
Science & Nature
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Rain Heron by Robbie Arnott follows the intertwined lives of individuals in a climate-ravaged world seeking the mythical rain heron, a creature believed to control weather. As they navigate themes of survival, nature, and transformation, their stories reveal the complex relationship between humanity and the environment.

Mysterious

Dark

Contemplative

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.1

6,310 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Rain Heron by Robbie Arnott is lauded for its lyrical prose and inventive storytelling, blending myth and reality to explore humanity's connection with nature. Many praise its vivid imagery and emotional depth. However, some critique its pacing and abstract narrative, which may not appeal to all readers. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and poetic novel.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Rain Heron?

A reader who enjoys The Rain Heron by Robbie Arnott appreciates lyrical prose and themes of nature, myth, and resilience. Fans of Richard Powers’ The Overstory and Madeline Miller’s Circe will find a similar engagement with the environment and mythological elements that spark introspection and wonder.

4.1

6,310 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Magical Realism

Science Fiction
Setting

Unnamed Dystopian World • Future

Theme
Environment
Topic
Science & Nature
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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