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Whale Fall

Elizabeth O'Connor
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Whale Fall

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024

Book Brief

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Elizabeth O'Connor

Whale Fall

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2024

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Elizabeth O'Connor's short story "Whale Fall," an individual navigates complex emotions and interactions following a significant loss. Through evocative imagery and reflective narration, the story explores themes of grief, memory, and connection.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Mysterious

Emotional

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.0

9,374 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Whale Fall by Elizabeth O'Connor is lauded for its evocative prose and deep thematic exploration of grief and renewal. Reviewers appreciate its rich, atmospheric descriptions and emotional depth. However, some criticize its pacing, finding it slow at times. Overall, it's a compelling, meditative read that resonates with those who appreciate introspective narratives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Whale Fall?

A reader who enjoys Whale Fall by Elizabeth O'Connor would appreciate introspective literary fiction with ecological and emotional depth. Fans of Barbara Kingsolver’s Flight Behavior or Richard Powers’ The Overstory will likely resonate with its exploration of human connection to nature.

4.0

9,374 ratings

68%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2024

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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