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Annie Jenson
5.0 out of 5 stars Savoring Shattuck's Intricate Tapestry of New England Lives
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2024
Using the “hook-and-chain” form popularized in eighteenth-century New England, Ben Shattuck creatively weaves together narratives as couplets. Having never read a book in this unique form, I was immediately interested. The History of Sound creatively tells of the lives of various New Englanders. Within each set of stories, I felt immersed in their lives. Shattuck masterfully balances the desire for the story to continue with the need for a conclusive ending, ensuring that readers are left both fulfilled and contemplative. With themes of longing, loss, self-discovery, isolation, and hope, there is something with which every reader can resonate. This is a novel that should be read a bit at a time in order to savor the intricate stories and fully enjoy this original work.
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The History of Sound: Stories
byBen Shattuck
4.5 out of 5 stars
97 global ratings