The Woman Who Walked Into Doors
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
240
Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • 1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
440L
The Woman Who Walked Into Doors by Roddy Doyle follows Paula Spencer, a survivor of domestic abuse, as she recounts her childhood, relationship with her abusive husband Charlo, and the impact of this violence on her family. The narrative, set in early 1990s Ireland, examines patterns of love and brutality while depicting Spencer's struggle with alcoholism and her attempts to protect her children. The novel addresses domestic violence, rape, and substance abuse.
Gritty
Emotional
Melancholic
Challenging
Dark
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Roddy Doyle’s The Woman Who Walked Into Doors presents a gripping narrative marked by raw emotion and poignant storytelling. Praised for its authentic voice and deep character insight, it also faces criticism for its harrowing depiction of domestic violence. Overall, Doyle’s compelling prose makes it a powerful, though challenging, read.
Readers who appreciate The Woman Who Walked Into Doors by Roddy Doyle are typically drawn to poignant, character-driven narratives dealing with complex emotional and social issues. Fans of Alice Walker's The Color Purple or Toni Morrison's Beloved will likely find Doyle's portrayal of resilience and personal struggle compelling and relatable.
11,860 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
240
Novel • Fiction
Dublin, Ireland • 1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
440L
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