51 pages 1 hour read

Ann Patchett

The Dutch House

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

The Dutch House by Ann Patchett tells the story of siblings Danny and Maeve Conroy, expelled from their opulent home by their stepmother Andrea after the death of their father, Cyril. As they navigate their lives in the 1960s through the 1990s, they grapple with family dynamics, loss, and the longing to reclaim their past, symbolized by their childhood home, the Dutch House.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Ann Patchett's novel The Dutch House is widely praised for its compelling narrative and rich character development. Critics commend Patchett's delicate prose and evocative depiction of familial relationships. Some reviews criticize its slow pacing and predictability, but overall, it is celebrated for its emotional depth and vivid storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Dutch House ?

Readers who relish deeply emotional, character-driven narratives will appreciate The Dutch House by Ann Patchett. Fans of titles like A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara and The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt will find similar themes of family, loss, and redemption captivatingly woven in this tale.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Historical Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction

Themes

Relationships: Family

Topics

History: World