The Well of Lost Plots (Thursday Next, #3)
The Well of Lost Plots (Thursday Next, #3)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Book World • Contemporary
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Well of Lost Plots by Jasper Fforde follows Thursday Next, who seeks refuge in an unpublished book within a literary world. Amidst imaginative adventures, Thursday navigates through plots and characters, working to maintain the integrity of literature while facing personal challenges. The novel blends fantasy, mystery, and satire in a unique narrative setting.
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Review Roundup
The Well of Lost Plots by Jasper Fforde is an imaginative continuation of the Thursday Next series, praised for its witty, meta-literary humor and inventive narrative. Critics appreciate Fforde's clever world-building and playful exploration of literary tropes. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot overly complex. Overall, it delights fans of literary fiction and absurdist comedy.
Who Should Read The Well of Lost Plots (Thursday Next, #3)?
Fans of clever literary satire like Douglas Adams’ The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy or Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series will enjoy Jasper Fforde’s The Well of Lost Plots. Ideal for readers who appreciate wordplay, metafiction, and alternate realities, this novel offers a whimsical dive into the realm of unfinished books and their characters.
43,077 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Book World • Contemporary
2004
Adult
18+ years
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