The Falls by Joyce Carol Oates
Set against the backdrop of Niagara Falls, this gripping novel explores the intertwining lives of a newlywed couple, Ariah and Gilbert, whose honeymoon takes a tragic turn when Gilbert leaps to his death. Ariah, left to grapple with her husband's mysterious suicide, becomes known as the "Widow Bride of the Falls," and her life is marked by a relentless pursuit of truth and redemption. As the narrative unfolds over several decades, it delves into themes of love, loss, and the haunting power of secrets, revealing the profound impact of one man's decision on the lives of those left behind.
The 9547th greatest book of all time
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- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 480-500
- Original Language
- English
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- 41st on Honorable Mention - The 25 Masterpieces of World Literature That Will Define the 21st Century (25-250) (Télérama)