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Any Bitter Thing

Monica Wood
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Any Bitter Thing

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Monica Wood

Any Bitter Thing

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

356

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New England • 1960s

Theme
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Any Bitter Thing by Monica Wood follows the journey of a person who, after surviving a near-fatal accident, uncovers long-buried family secrets. Through the interplay of memory and healing, the protagonist confronts past traumas and relationships, exploring themes of forgiveness and redemption within a small-town community.

Melancholic

Emotional

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

2,688 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Any Bitter Thing by Monica Wood is praised for its rich character development and emotional depth. Reviewers appreciate Wood’s ability to weave complex relationships and themes of loss and redemption. Some critique the pacing as slow in parts, but overall, the novel's lyrical prose and compelling storyline resonate well with readers, offering a poignant exploration of human connections.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Any Bitter Thing?

Readers who relish introspective narratives exploring family, loss, and redemption will find Any Bitter Thing captivating. Similar to readers of Ann Patchett’s Bel Canto and Elizabeth Strout’s Olive Kitteridge, this novel appeals to those who appreciate nuanced characters and emotional depth.

4.2

2,688 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

356

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New England • 1960s

Theme
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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