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The Beach at Night by Elena Ferrante

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mcayers316's review

2.0

This was an odd little story, which I read at work mainly to decide if it was meant for adults or children. I would lean more towards adults from some of the language, but it's not something I personally would pick up in normal circumstances. The story just didn't work for me; the ending seemed quite abrupt and didn't fit where the story was going up to that point.

taaja's review

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dark lighthearted fast-paced

at this point, i’ll read anything by ferrante. i love the different ways she explores motherhood, womanhood, girlhood, and childhood.

t33_'s review

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adventurous dark fast-paced

3.75

Quite creepy.

Enjoyed the audiobook not sure if this is for children though.

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gabttap's review

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lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? N/A
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

bobnaidus's review

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4.0

Ostensibly a childrens' book. Challenging book for young folks, and perhaps even for adults. It is a bit terrifying in parts, although the things that make it so seem quotidian.

readmayahread's review against another edition

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3.0

Well, that was... Short.

The book is written from the POV of a doll named Celina who belongs to a girl names Mati. There isn't much to tell without spoiling the whole story as it is, as I have mentioned, very short.

Pick this up if you need a very short, simple book.