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Save:'Revenge' by Yoko Ogawa is a collection of interconnected short stories that delve into themes of revenge, murder, loss, and eerie connections in an eerily normal world. The stories are macabre and unsettling, with elements like a woman with her heart outside her body, a bag maker sewing an elaborate bag to hold it, and a widow growing carrots shaped like hands in her garden where her dead husband is later found buried without his hands. The writing style is described as precise, detailed, and impassive, with a minimalist approach that inserts bizarre elements into everyday occurrences to create a sense of spookiness and horror.
It was a beautiful Sunday. The sky was a cloudless dome of sunlight. Out on the square, leaves fluttered in a gentle breeze along the pavement. Everything seemed to glimmer with a faint luminescence: ... - #2
Save:A collection of interconnected short stories set in the Western Australia coastal town of Angelus, exploring various characters at different stages in their lives and their turning points. The stories are poignant and melancholy, often focusing on themes of nostalgia, human frailties, and the 'turnings' in our lives. The writing style delves back and forth into the lives of characters, sometimes related more closely than at other times, with topics ranging from race and spousal abuse to intimacy and small-town life. The author, Tim Winton, presents these stories with an effortless, eloquent, and emotive writing style, capturing the essence of the characters and the setting without unnecessary flourish.
AFTER FIVE YEARS of high school the final November arrives and leaves as suddenly as a spring storm. Exams. Graduation. Huge beach parties. Biggie and me, we’re feverish with anticipation; we steel ou... - #3
Save:'Blackbird House' by Alice Hoffman is a collection of interconnected stories that take place in a house on Blackbird Hill. Spanning over 200 years, the stories depict the lives of various inhabitants of the house, with themes of love, loss, and magic woven throughout. Each story focuses on different characters who lived in the Blackbird House in different time periods, creating a tapestry of human experiences against the backdrop of a cozy farmhouse in Cape Cod, MA.
Hoffman's writing style in 'Blackbird House' has been described as mystical, fluid, and layered. The stories are whimsical, enchanting, and poignant, with characters that are richly colored and diverse. The book is a sequence of short stories, each independent yet connected by their relationship with the Blackbird House, showcasing Hoffman's ability to weave together tales of humanity, history, and the passage of time in a captivating manner.
their first sea voyage at the age of ten, but surely this notion was never put forth by anyone’s mother. If the bay were to be raised one degree in temperature for every woman who had lost the man or ... - #4
Save:'Olive Kitteridge' by Elizabeth Strout is a novel in stories that delves into the life of the title character, Olive Kitteridge, through the eyes of various community members who interact with her in a small town in Maine. The book explores themes of loneliness, loss, hope, and human relationships, portraying Olive as a complex, strong, and honest character who faces hard realizations about herself with trademark honesty.
The interconnected stories in the book provide a deep exploration of Olive's character and her interactions with the people around her. Set in Crosby, Maine, the narrative weaves together Olive's presence in different characters' lives, showcasing her multifaceted personality that is both mean and loving, bitter and grateful. Through Olive's journey and the glimpses into the lives of other town residents, the book offers a poignant reflection on the human condition and the complexities of relationships.
For many years Henry Kitteridge was a pharmacist in the next town over, driving every morning on snowy roads, or rainy roads, or summertime roads, when the wild raspberries shot their new growth in br... - #5
Save:The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien is a collection of short stories that revolve around the experiences of American soldiers during the Vietnam War. The novel delves into the emotional and psychological impacts of war on the soldiers, exploring themes of pain, guilt, truth, and the weight they carry both physically and emotionally. O'Brien's unique writing style incorporates a blend of fiction and memoir, portraying the harsh realities of war through different perspectives and memories, ultimately highlighting the complexities of human nature in times of conflict.
First Lieutenant Jimmy Cross carried letters from a girl named Martha, a junior at Mount Sebastian College in New Jersey. They were not love letters, but Lieutenant Cross was hoping, so he kept them f... - #6
Save:'The Red Garden' by Alice Hoffman is a collection of interconnected short stories set in the fictional town of Blackwell, Massachusetts, spanning several hundred years. The stories revolve around the town's founding in the 18th century and continue until the late 20th century. Characters are deeply connected to the town yet also experience a sense of disconnection, all while being influenced by the magical elements of their surroundings such as bears, eels, and the mysterious red garden. The book weaves together tales of love, loss, and family ties, creating a mystical and enchanting portrait of Blackwell and its inhabitants.
THE TOWN OF BLACKWELL, MASSACHUSETTS, changed its name in 1786. It had been called Bearsville when it was founded in 1750, but it quickly became apparent that a name such as that did little to encoura... - #7
Save:'Ghostwritten' by David Mitchell is a novel that weaves together nine interconnected stories that span the globe, exploring themes of love, humanity, fate, and chance. The plot follows a diverse cast of characters, including terrorists in Japan, a banker in Hong Kong, an old woman in China, and a physicist on the run, all linked by a thread that ties them together towards a science fiction ending. Mitchell's writing style is described as ambitious, philosophical, and narratively talented, providing each character with an original voice and crafting a story that delves into the interconnectedness of human lives.
I swung around. The tinted glass doors hissed shut. The light was bright. Synthetic ferns swayed, very gently, up and down the empty lobby. Nothing moved in the sun-smacked car park. Beyond, a row of ... - #8
Save:"Winesburg, Ohio" by Sherwood Anderson is a collection of linked short stories that paint a vivid portrait of small-town life in the early 20th century America. The book delves into the psychological struggles and intimate lives of the town's inhabitants, focusing on characters like George Willard, the local journalist. Each story provides a glimpse into the complexities and loneliness of the individuals living in Winesburg, showcasing their fears, desires, and shameful passions. Anderson's writing style is described as restrained, finely crafted, and genuine, offering a modern approach to storytelling that bridges the gap between 19th-century realism and 20th-century modernism.
The interconnected stories in "Winesburg, Ohio" are like a mosaic, building up a picture of the town's residents through distinct character sketches. Anderson's portrayal of the 'grotesques,' or the outliers of small-town America, offers a poignant exploration of human nature, capturing the struggles of individuals trapped by their past experiences or beliefs. The book is lauded for its melancholic tone, vivid characterizations, and its ability to delve beneath surface impressions, providing insights into the inner lives of the townsfolk and the fragile bonds that tie them together.
THE WRITER, an old man with a white mustache, had some difficulty in getting into bed. The windows of the house in which he lived were high and he wanted to look at the trees when he awoke in the morn... - #9
Save:'Olive, Again' is a sequel to 'Olive Kitteridge' by Elizabeth Strout, focusing on the life of Olive Kitteridge in the small town of Crosby, Maine. The book is structured as a collection of interconnected short stories, exploring Olive's experiences as she navigates aging, relationships, and self-awareness. The writing style is described as capturing small town life in Maine with endearing and haunting details, portraying Olive as a complex and prickly character who evolves through various life stages.
In the early afternoon on a Saturday in June, Jack Kennison put on his sunglasses, got into his sports car with the top down, strapped the seatbelt over his shoulder and across his large stomach, and ...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Olive Kitteridge ) - #10
Save:Dreams Underfoot by Charles de Lint is an anthology of urban fairy tales set in the imaginary city of Newford. The stories blur the threshold between reality and faerie, introducing readers to mythical creatures and magical elements hidden in the shadows of everyday life. The collection features interconnected short stories with recurring characters, offering a blend of myth, folklore, and fairytales set against the backdrop of 90s street culture and art. De Lint's writing style is described as poetic, vivid, and haunting, with a focus on character development and creating a sense of magic within a realistic urban setting.
She would see them in the twilight when the wind was right, roly-poly shapes propelled by ocean breezes, turning end-over-end along the beach or down the alley behind her house, like errant beach ball...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Newford )
