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Winter's Tale

Mark Helprin
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Winter's Tale

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Mark Helprin

Winter's Tale

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

769

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1900s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Winter's Tale by Mark Helprin follows individuals in a fantastical, early 20th-century New York City. Central figures include a thief and a dying woman, as their destinies intertwine amidst themes of love, redemption, and the struggle between light and darkness. The narrative blends realism with elements of the supernatural and time travel, crafting a tale of wonder and complexity.

Fantastical

Mysterious

Romantic

Inspirational

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.6

31,028 ratings

55%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

24%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Winter's Tale by Mark Helprin is praised for its lyrical prose and imaginative narrative, capturing a dream-like version of New York City. Readers appreciate its rich detail and emotional depth. However, some find its lengthy and complex storyline challenging to follow. Overall, it is celebrated for its enchanting and ambitious storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Winter's Tale?

A reader who cherishes lush, poetic prose and magical realism will revel in Mark Helprin's Winter's Tale. Fans of Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude and Susanna Clarke's Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell will appreciate its intricate narrative and blend of fantasy with historical New York City.

3.6

31,028 ratings

55%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

24%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

769

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1900s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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