These Women
These Women
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • 2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
These Women by Ivy Pochoda follows the interconnected lives of women in a Los Angeles neighborhood affected by a series of grisly murders. Each woman's story unfolds, reflecting the impact of violence and trauma on their community. Through their experiences, the narrative explores themes of resilience, vulnerability, and the fight for recognition in a society that often overlooks them.
Mysterious
Gritty
Suspenseful
Dark
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ivy Pochoda's These Women is praised for its vivid characters and intricate narrative structure, offering a compelling exploration of women's lives in South Los Angeles. Its atmospheric prose enhances the gripping storyline. Some critics note a slow pacing and complex plot may challenge reader engagement. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and evocative read.
Who Should Read These Women?
A reader who enjoys gritty, character-driven crime tales with a social justice angle would appreciate Ivy Pochoda's These Women. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects or Tana French's In the Woods would be drawn to its layered narratives and exploration of female perspectives in a dark urban setting.
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These Women by Ivy Pochoda was published in 2020 and was a finalist for the 2020 Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Mystery/Thriller.
The novel's author, Ivy Pochoda, has a background in classical languages and was formerly a professional squash player before she turned to writing.
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The book is set in West Adams in Los Angeles, capturing the city's diverse and dynamic character through its multiple narrators.
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • 2010s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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