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Author: Ann Patchett

Mayve and Danny Conroy grow up in the Dutch House, an impressive mansion in the outskirts of Philadelphia. One day their mother unexpectedly leaves, and shortly thereafter their father brings home a...

Mayve and Danny Conroy grow up in the Dutch House, an impressive mansion in the outskirts of Philadelphia. One day their mother unexpectedly leaves, and shortly thereafter their father brings home a new woman, Andrea. Her arrival will mark the end of their childhood.

Is something lost that you spend a lifetime trying to find again? Mayve and Danny are exiled...

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  • Pages Pages 399
  • Cover Cover Soft
  • Translation Translation Margarita Zachariadou
  • Publisher Publisher Doma
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Genre: Prose

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Mayve and Danny Conroy grow up in the Dutch House, an impressive mansion in the outskirts of Philadelphia. One day their mother unexpectedly leaves, and shortly thereafter their father brings home a new woman, Andrea. Her arrival will mark the end of their childhood.

Is something lost that you spend a lifetime trying to find again? Mayve and Danny are exiled from the Dutch House, but for decades they struggle to return to it. They futilely knock on the door of the past, waiting for someone to open it for them ― and in this way, they let life pass by.

Our fate is our childhood, says Ann Patchett, one of the most distinguished voices in contemporary American fiction. In the Dutch House, the author delivers the story of three generations of a family, presenting an unforgettable tribute to sibling love and the power of forgiveness.

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Author
Ann Patchett
Publisher
Doma
Original Title
The Dutch House
Type
Prose
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
399
Publication Date
2021
Dimensions
14x21 cm
ISBN-13
9786185598013

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    "The 'Dutch House' was a book that unfortunately did not meet my expectations. In my opinion, the characters in the book were lifeless and uninteresting, and the story did not give you any reason to continue reading. The third-person narration simply made me observe the plot from a distance and not 'live' the events (unlike other books I have read that, despite the third-person narration, manage to make you feel connected to the story). Unfortunately, I did not sympathize with the heroes of the book nor did I emotionally bond with any of them. The frequent time jumps bothered me, resulting in confusion about whether what I was reading at that moment referred to the present or the past. Additionally, the fact that certain events were dropped like a bomb and briefly mentioned instead of being analyzed was a huge flaw for me, an unsuccessful attempt by the author to hasten the events and the overall flow of the story.

    However, one could argue (and I acknowledge it) that the most interesting character of the book was the mother, Elsa, as there was a mystery surrounding her name from the beginning of the story, and due to her character, she managed to become beloved by the audience.

    The writing of the story did not impress me, nor do I consider it remarkable. I found it lifeless, with the main focus being the presentation of events rather than delving into them. Lack of plot. It reminded me more of a screenplay than a novel.

    For a more detailed review, visit my channel on Youtube: The Little Bookworm."

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    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
  • "The 'Dutch House' was a book that unfortunately did not meet my expectations. In my opinion, the characters in the book were lifeless and uninteresting, and the story did not give you any reason to continue reading. The third-person narration simply made me observe the plot from a distance and not 'live' the events (unlike other books I have read that, despite the third-person narration, manage to make you feel connected to the story). Unfortunately, I did not sympathize with the heroes of the book nor did I emotionally bond with any of them. The frequent time jumps bothered me, resulting in confusion about whether what I was reading at that moment referred to the present or the past. Additionally, the fact that certain events were dropped like a bomb and briefly mentioned instead of being analyzed was a huge flaw for me, an unsuccessful attempt by the author to hasten the events and the overall flow of the story.

    However, one could argue (and I acknowledge it) that the most interesting character of the book was the mother, Elsa, as there was a mystery surrounding her name from the beginning of the story, and due to her character, she managed to become beloved by the audience.

    The writing of the story did not impress me, nor do I consider it remarkable. I found it lifeless, with the main focus being the presentation of events rather than delving into them. Lack of plot. It reminded me more of a screenplay than a novel.

    For a more detailed review, visit my channel on Youtube: The Little Bookworm."

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Mayve and Danny Conroy grow up in the Dutch House, an impressive mansion in the outskirts of Philadelphia. One day their mother unexpectedly leaves, and shortly thereafter their father brings home a new woman, Andrea. Her arrival will mark the end of their childhood.

Is something lost that you spend a lifetime trying to find again? Mayve and Danny are exiled from the Dutch House, but for decades they struggle to return to it. They futilely knock on the door of the past, waiting for someone to open it for them ― and in this way, they let life pass by.

Our fate is our childhood, says Ann Patchett, one of the most distinguished voices in contemporary American fiction. In the Dutch House, the author delivers the story of three generations of a family, presenting an unforgettable tribute to sibling love and the power of forgiveness.

Manufacturer

Author
Ann Patchett
Publisher
Doma
Original Title
The Dutch House
Type
Prose
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
399
Publication Date
2021
Dimensions
14x21 cm
ISBN-13
9786185598013

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Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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    "The 'Dutch House' was a book that unfortunately did not meet my expectations. In my opinion, the characters in the book were lifeless and uninteresting, and the story did not give you any reason to continue reading. The third-person narration simply made me observe the plot from a distance and not 'live' the events (unlike other books I have read that, despite the third-person narration, manage to make you feel connected to the story). Unfortunately, I did not sympathize with the heroes of the book nor did I emotionally bond with any of them. The frequent time jumps bothered me, resulting in confusion about whether what I was reading at that moment referred to the present or the past. Additionally, the fact that certain events were dropped like a bomb and briefly mentioned instead of being analyzed was a huge flaw for me, an unsuccessful attempt by the author to hasten the events and the overall flow of the story.

    However, one could argue (and I acknowledge it) that the most interesting character of the book was the mother, Elsa, as there was a mystery surrounding her name from the beginning of the story, and due to her character, she managed to become beloved by the audience.

    The writing of the story did not impress me, nor do I consider it remarkable. I found it lifeless, with the main focus being the presentation of events rather than delving into them. Lack of plot. It reminded me more of a screenplay than a novel.

    For a more detailed review, visit my channel on Youtube: The Little Bookworm."

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    • Was it easy to read?
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    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
  • "The 'Dutch House' was a book that unfortunately did not meet my expectations. In my opinion, the characters in the book were lifeless and uninteresting, and the story did not give you any reason to continue reading. The third-person narration simply made me observe the plot from a distance and not 'live' the events (unlike other books I have read that, despite the third-person narration, manage to make you feel connected to the story). Unfortunately, I did not sympathize with the heroes of the book nor did I emotionally bond with any of them. The frequent time jumps bothered me, resulting in confusion about whether what I was reading at that moment referred to the present or the past. Additionally, the fact that certain events were dropped like a bomb and briefly mentioned instead of being analyzed was a huge flaw for me, an unsuccessful attempt by the author to hasten the events and the overall flow of the story.

    However, one could argue (and I acknowledge it) that the most interesting character of the book was the mother, Elsa, as there was a mystery surrounding her name from the beginning of the story, and due to her character, she managed to become beloved by the audience.

    The writing of the story did not impress me, nor do I consider it remarkable. I found it lifeless, with the main focus being the presentation of events rather than delving into them. Lack of plot. It reminded me more of a screenplay than a novel.

    For a more detailed review, visit my channel on Youtube: The Little Bookworm."

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