The Stone Boy
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1957
20
Short Story • Fiction
1957
Adult
14-18 years
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Gina Berriault's The Stone Boy has been praised for its poignant exploration of trauma and familial dynamics, with Berriault's prose often described as evocative and haunting. Some critics highlight the novel's deep emotional resonance, while others note its slow pacing as a drawback. Overall, it is lauded for its psychological depth and literary craftsmanship.
Readers who enjoy emotionally raw, character-driven stories similar to William Faulkner’s As I Lay Dying or Sherwood Anderson’s Winesburg, Ohio will appreciate Gina Berriault’s The Stone Boy. These readers typically gravitate towards profound explorations of human nature and the complexities of familial relationships.
66 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
20
Short Story • Fiction
1957
Adult
14-18 years
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