Unsettled Ground
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
289
Novel • Fiction
England • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
In Unsettled Ground, Claire Fuller examines the lives of individuals Jeanie and Julius, who face upheaval after their mother's sudden death. The siblings confront financial challenges, secrets, and societal constraints while navigating their rural existence. The narrative explores themes of family, resilience, and survival, set against an evolving backdrop that questions their isolation and identity.
Melancholic
Mysterious
Contemplative
Unnerving
Bittersweet
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Claire Fuller's Unsettled Ground is lauded for its evocative prose and rich character development, painting a vivid portrait of rural poverty and resilience. Critics praise its emotional depth and atmospheric tension. However, some note a slow narrative pace. The novel intricately explores themes of family and survival, offering a compelling yet somber reading experience.
A reader who enjoys Unsettled Ground by Claire Fuller likely appreciates character-driven narratives that explore family dynamics and resilience. Fans of Anne Tyler's A Spool of Blue Thread and Kamila Shamsie's Home Fire will find its themes of survival and societal constraints engaging.
16,669 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
289
Novel • Fiction
England • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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