Wanting
Wanting
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical FictionTasmania • 1830s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Wanting by Richard Flanagan examines the complexities of desire and colonization through interconnected narratives involving a young Indigenous girl in Tasmania and Charles Dickens in England. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the struggle for identity against the backdrop of cultural and personal conflicts.
Melancholic
Emotional
Contemplative
Mysterious
Dark
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Wanting by Richard Flanagan is praised for its lyrical prose and evocative storytelling, offering a poignant exploration of desire and loss across different narratives. Critics admire its historical depth and emotional resonance. However, some find the pacing uneven and desire clearer connections between its storylines. Overall, it's a compelling, thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Wanting?
Readers who enjoy Wanting by Richard Flanagan typically appreciate historical fiction with intricate narratives and emotional depth. They may also like books such as Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell and The Luminaries by Eleanor Catton for their complex storytelling and exploration of human desire.
3,510 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical FictionTasmania • 1830s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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