Jane by Maggie Nelson

224 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

nonfiction memoir poetry true crime reflective fast-paced
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Jane by Maggie Nelson is a powerful and stimulating read that will resonate deeply with readers who appreciate lyrical and innovative storytelling, are interested in true crime and feminist perspectives, and are willing to grapple with the complexities of generational trauma and the long-lasting impact of violence on individuals and families.

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Each piece in Jane has its own form, and the movement from each piece to the next--along with the white space that surrounds each fragment--serve as important fissures, disrupting the tabloid, "page-turner" quality of the story, and eventually ret...

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Community Reviews

4.33
based on 1,519 reviews

Moods

dark: 79%

emotional: 72%

reflective: 72%

sad: 61%

challenging: 27%

mysterious: 27%

tense: 15%

informative: 11%

inspiring: 3%

hopeful: 2%


Pace

66% of readers chose fast
26% of readers chose medium
7% of readers chose slow
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