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Hay does a wonderful job of weaving historical fiction into a story set in modern New York. The well-developed characters inspire contempt then sympathy. Though, the characters are such unique personalities that they can be difficult to relate to.
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The Secret of Lost Things by Sheridan Hay
natalierae, October 26, 2008
Hay does a wonderful job of weaving historical fiction into a story set in modern New York. The well-developed characters inspire contempt then sympathy. Though, the characters are such unique personalities that they can be difficult to relate to.(2 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
White Noise by Don DeLillo
natalierae, October 26, 2008
An absolutely stunning exploration of American culture. The characters and the irony ring true.(4 of 9 readers found this comment helpful)