The Long and Faraway Gone
The Long and Faraway Gone
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma • 1980s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Long and Faraway Gone by Lou Berney follows a private investigator and a nurse as they try to unravel the mysteries of their pasts linked to traumatic events in 1986 Oklahoma City. Each strives for closure and understanding, driven by unresolved questions and deep-seated emotions rooted in pivotal moments that changed their lives forever.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Suspenseful
Gritty
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Long and Faraway Gone by Lou Berney is a compelling blend of mystery and character study. Praised for its intricate plot and emotional depth, the novel artfully weaves past and present. Some critics find the narrative pacing slow at times, but this is balanced by rich character development and engaging prose. Overall, it's a poignant exploration of trauma and memory.
Who Should Read The Long and Faraway Gone?
A reader who enjoys The Long and Faraway Gone by Lou Berney likely appreciates compelling mysteries intertwined with deep character exploration. Fans of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or Sharp Objects by Flynn will find a similar allure in this atmospheric, introspective narrative.
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The Long and Faraway Gone won the prestigious Edgar Award for Best Paperback Original in 2016, highlighting its excellence in mystery writing.
Lou Berney's novel also received the Anthony Award for Best Paperback Original in 2016, further establishing its critical acclaim in the crime fiction genre.
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The novel explores the long-lasting impacts of crime and trauma on its characters, set in the unique atmospheric backdrop of 1980s Oklahoma City.
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Novel • Fiction
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma • 1980s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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