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The Inn at the Edge of the World

Alice Thomas Ellis
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The Inn at the Edge of the World

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Alice Thomas Ellis

The Inn at the Edge of the World

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

187

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hebrides, Scotland • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Inn at the Edge of the World by Alice Thomas Ellis follows five individuals who seek escape from their troubled lives during Christmas by retreating to a remote inn in the Hebrides. The novel explores themes of isolation and transformation as the guests and the innkeeper navigate personal challenges in an atmospheric setting.

Mysterious

Melancholic

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.6

668 ratings

53%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Inn at the Edge of the World by Alice Thomas Ellis offers an intriguing narrative set on a remote island, blending comedy and introspection. Readers praise its atmospheric setting and character depth but critique its slow pacing. The novel's exploration of escape and self-discovery resonates well, though some may find its resolution unsatisfying. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read The Inn at the Edge of the World?

A reader who enjoys The Inn at the Edge of the World by Alice Thomas Ellis would likely appreciate atmospheric and character-driven narratives. Fans of quirky, introspective fiction like The Shell Seekers by Rosamunde Pilcher or A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle would find it appealing. The novel’s blend of wit, emotion, and the exploration of solitude is enticing.

3.6

668 ratings

53%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

19%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

187

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hebrides, Scotland • 1990s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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