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Run

By Ann Patchett
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Run by Ann Patchett delves into the intricacies of family, politics, and identity through the lives of an adopted African American boy and his family in Boston. Over the course of 24 hours, a series of events unravels, challenging their understanding of kinship and prompting revelations about their shared pasts and aspirations. The narrative intricately weaves themes of belonging and destiny into a compelling exploration of life's unexpected turns.
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You might like this book if you enjoy character-driven stories that explore family dynamics, unexpected connections, and personal growth. Set against the backdrop of a snowy Boston night, the narrative delves into themes of belonging, identity, and what defines a family. This thought-provoking tale captures the complexities of relationships and the impact of both past and present choices.

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A spectacular read Sunday Express

An award-winning writer at the top of her game Telegraph

A moving story of overlapping lives from the Orange Prize-winning author of Bel Canto

Run is a tale of growth and discovery as Tip and Teddy edge into adulthood under the watchful gaze of their adoptive father, Bernard Doyle. Tip, a student at Harvard, finds solace in the world of science, while Teddy believes he has discovered his path within the Church. Both brothers feel the weight of their father's protective ambitions for them.

When an unexpected accident on an icy road ensnares the Doyle family, they are compelled to face hard truths about their lives, the lingering impact of Bernadette Doyle's death on their family, and the enigma of an unknown observer always present in the background.

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Ann Patchett's Run has been praised for its engaging narrative and complex storytelling, which seamlessly transitions between characters. Critics highlight its suspenseful and unpredictable plot, as well as its exploration of themes like race, class, and family bonds. Reviewers commend the novel for its warmth, emotional depth, and Patchett's ability to bring characters to life, making it a memorable and thoughtful read.

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ISBN: 9781408885116

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 256g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Ann Patchett is the author of seven novels and three non-fiction books. Both The Magician’s Assistant and State of Wonder were shortlisted for the Orange Prize for Fiction, which she won with Bel Canto in 2002. She has won the PEN/Faulkner Award and been shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize, and her work has been translated into over thirty languages. She is the co-owner of Parnassus Books in Nashville, Tennessee.

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