London Fields
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
526
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1990s
2003
Adult
18+ years
London Fields by Martin Amis follows characters navigating dystopian London, where crime, foreboding omens, and a mysterious impending murder loom. The story centers on a love triangle involving Nicola Six, a clairvoyant woman, and explores themes of fate, deception, and societal decay. Amis intricately weaves their interactions, entangling the characters' lives with tension and dark humor.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Gritty
Suspenseful
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London Fields by Martin Amis is a provocative and darkly comic novel that probes into themes of pre-apocalypse anxiety. Critics praise its sharp prose and intricate plotting, but opinions are divided on its character depth and tone. While many appreciate its satirical edge, others find it excessively cynical, affecting overall enjoyment.
A reader who enjoys London Fields by Martin Amis is likely drawn to darkly comedic narratives and satirical depictions of contemporary society. They may appreciate complex, flawed characters and intricate plots. Fans of authors like Salman Rushdie’s The Satanic Verses or Don DeLillo’s White Noise would find this novel appealing.
13,922 ratings
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526
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1990s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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