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Troubles

J.G. Farrell
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Troubles

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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J.G. Farrell

Troubles

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

459

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • 1910s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Troubles by J.G. Farrell follows an English major visiting a dilapidated Irish hotel, the Majestic, amidst the Irish War of Independence. The story depicts the complexities and tensions of this period, highlighting the lives and challenges the hotel's residents face. The narrative explores themes of decline, conflict, and cultural identity during a transformative era.

Melancholic

Mysterious

Dark

Nostalgic

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.0

7,189 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Troubles by J.G. Farrell is lauded for its rich historical context and darkly comic portrayal of a decaying Irish hotel, symbolizing the decline of the British Empire. Critics praise Farrell's vivid characters and intricate prose. Some find the narrative slow and dense. Overall, it offers a compelling and atmospheric read with a blend of humor and poignancy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Troubles?

Readers who enjoy J.G. Farrell's Troubles likely appreciate historical fiction set against tumultuous backdrops and narratives rich in satire and dark humor. They may also enjoy Evelyn Waugh’s Brideshead Revisited and Ford Madox Ford’s The Good Soldier for similar themes of societal change and decline.

4.0

7,189 ratings

68%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

459

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ireland • 1910s

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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