Away
Away
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
United States • 1920s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Away by Amy Bloom follows Lillian Leyb, a Jewish immigrant in 1920s America, as she embarks on a journey to reunite with her lost daughter. Facing diverse challenges, Lillian encounters a variety of individuals who shape her path. This narrative explores themes of resilience, identity, and the pursuit of belonging in a rapidly changing world.
Adventurous
Challenging
Emotional
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
In Away, Amy Bloom captivates with lush prose and a compelling heroine embarking on an adventurous journey. Praised for its vivid historical setting and emotional depth, the novel also faces criticism for pacing in sections. Bloom’s nuanced character development and storytelling make it a rewarding read, despite occasional narrative slowdowns.
Who Should Read Away?
Readers who relish historical fiction and immigrant narratives will enjoy Away by Amy Bloom. Fans of E.L. Doctorow's Ragtime and Colum McCann's Let the Great World Spin will appreciate its rich character development and exploration of early 20th-century America. Enthusiasts of strong, complex female protagonists will be particularly drawn to this novel.
12,191 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Away by Amy Bloom was selected as a finalist for the 2008 National Book Awards in the Fiction category, highlighting its critical acclaim.
Renowned author Amy Bloom has a background as a psychotherapist, which informs her nuanced character development and exploration of emotional themes in her writing.
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Bloom's Away has been praised for its vivid and evocative depiction of the immigrant experience in 1920s America, offering readers a rich historical perspective.
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Novel • Fiction
United States • 1920s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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