City of Bohane
City of Bohane
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Bohane, Ireland • 2050s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
City of Bohane by Kevin Barry follows a person-first narrative set in a dystopian future on the west coast of Ireland. It explores the lives and conflicts of various characters in a crime-ridden city, highlighting themes of power, loyalty, and rivalry. The vibrant, stylized language captures the gritty atmosphere and complex societal dynamics.
Gritty
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Kevin Barry's City of Bohane is lauded for its vivid, inventive language and rich, atmospheric setting, drawing readers into a gritty, dystopian future. Critics appreciate Barry's unique voice and compelling storytelling. However, some find the plot meandering and characters underdeveloped, which can detract from the overall immersion in the narrative.
Who Should Read City of Bohane?
Readers who enjoy City of Bohane by Kevin Barry appreciate gritty, dystopian settings with rich language and dark humor. Fans of A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess or The Road by Cormac McCarthy would likely be drawn to its vivid world-building and inventive narrative style.
5,952 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Bohane, Ireland • 2050s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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