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Tirra Lirra by the River

Jessica Anderson
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Tirra Lirra by the River

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1984

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Jessica Anderson

Tirra Lirra by the River

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1984
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Brisbane, Australia • 1970s

Publication Year

1984

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Tirra Lirra by the River follows the journey of Nora Porteous, a woman reflecting on her life upon returning to her childhood home in Brisbane after years abroad. Through memories and introspection, she explores themes of freedom, identity, and resilience while confronting past relationships and societal expectations.

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

1,465 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tirra Lirra by the River by Jessica Anderson is celebrated for its lyrical prose and deep exploration of identity and self-discovery. Readers admire the rich character development of the protagonist, Nora. Some critics note a slow narrative pace, which detracts from its dynamism. Overall, it remains a poignant and introspective novel applauded for its thematic depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tirra Lirra by the River?

Readers who enjoy introspective narratives exploring themes of identity and regret, like in Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway, will appreciate Tirra Lirra by the River. Fans of nuanced female protagonists who seek reconciliation with past choices will find this novel engaging.

4.2

1,465 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Brisbane, Australia • 1970s

Publication Year

1984

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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