The Prospectors
The Prospectors
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
2023
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Prospectors by Ariel Djanikian follows two young individuals during the Great Depression who attend a party in the mountains. There, they encounter unexpected supernatural elements that challenge their perceptions and ambitions. The narrative explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the eerie consequences of their adventures.
Gritty
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Mysterious
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Prospectors by Ariel Djanikian presents a richly detailed depiction of ambition during the Alaskan gold rush. Reviews praise the novel's vivid setting and complex characters, highlighting Djanikian's evocative prose. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and the plot slightly predictable. Despite this, the narrative's emotional depth captivates and engages.
Who Should Read The Prospectors?
Readers who enjoy The Prospectors by Ariel Djanikian are likely fans of dystopian narratives and speculative fiction akin to Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale and Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go. They appreciate thought-provoking themes, rich world-building, and stories that explore the human condition in futuristic settings.
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Novel • Fiction
2023
Adult
18+ years
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