44 pages • 1 hour read
Claire KeeganFoster
Fiction | Novella | Adult | Published in 2010A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Claire Keegan's novella Foster, a young unnamed girl in 1980s rural Southeast Ireland is sent to live temporarily with relatives, the Kinsellas, due to her parents' financial struggles. Through the couple's unexpected kindness and care, she experiences profound personal growth and grapples with the presence of their deceased son during her transformative summer stay.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Claire Keegan's Foster has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with critics praising its lyrical prose, emotional depth, and poignant storytelling. The novella's exploration of family dynamics and rural Irish life is highly lauded. Some reviewers mention it’s a bit short, leaving readers wanting more. Overall, Foster is acclaimed for its evocative and powerful narrative.
Who Should Read Foster?
Readers who appreciate the quiet, profound storytelling found in Claire Keegan's Foster will likely enjoy this novella. The reader profile includes fans of character-driven narratives and rich, understated prose, similar to those who value Gilead by Marilynne Robinson and Atonement by Ian McEwan.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Modern Classic Fiction
Historical Fiction
Irish Literature