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Amongst Women by John McGahern

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trin's review against another edition

2.0

My Irish Literature tutor at Trinity College (a.k.a., Hot Scottish Tutor Peter Mackay, who hopefully is not reading this) said that this book would have made a better short story than it does a novel. While I enjoyed McGahern's simple, unflashy prose, I'm inclined to agree. The story covers the same ground again and again, and while the monotony of Moran's life may be part of the point, it doesn't make for the most enjoyable read.

teokajlibroj's review against another edition

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4.0

There isn't really a plot in the book, it's more about setting and character. McGahern does an excellent job of creating an atmosphere that hangs heavy over the whole book.

ames66_'s review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

justinelivesabroad's review against another edition

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2.0

This book probably just wasn't for me. It was so slow and descriptive that I almost gave up many times, but I didn't give it 1/5 stars because I still grew attached to the characters.

orliayeah's review against another edition

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emotional sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

cimorene1558's review against another edition

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5.0

I read this a long time ago as part of a Celtic Studies course during my B.A. It's a terrific book of the so-depressing-you-may-want-to-slit-your-wrists-afterwards variety.