Commonwealth by Ann Patchett
The novel spans five decades, telling the story of a large blended family that is forever changed when an unexpected romantic encounter occurs at a christening party. The repercussions of this event ripple through the lives of the four parents and six children involved, as secrets are revealed and relationships are forever altered. The story explores themes of love, responsibility, and the effects of a shared history.
The 7580th greatest book of all time
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- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 322
- Original Language
- English
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(3.8)
- Alternate Titles
- - Comunidade
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 6th on Top 10 Fiction Books of the Decade(2010) (Entertainment Weekly)
- 84th on 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (Book Enthusiast Substack)
- 2331st on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)