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272 pages • first pub 1982 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: 0060972726
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Harper and Row (Perennial Library)
Publication date: Not specified
Family Happiness by Laurie Colwin is a challenging and emotionally resonant novel that will captivate readers who appreciate nuanced explorations of family dynamics, feminism, and the complexities of marriage and motherhood, particularly those who enjoy character-driven stories that challenge conventional norms and societal expectations.
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Polly is a happy wife and mother from a remarkable strong and attractive family -- until one day she finds herself entagled in a completely unexpected, sweet, yet painful, love affair with a painter named Lincoln Bennett.\xa0 All of Polly's belief...
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emotional: 72%
reflective: 70%
funny: 45%
hopeful: 22%
sad: 22%
tense: 15%
challenging: 10%
lighthearted: 7%
dark: 5%
adventurous: 2%
inspiring: 2%
relaxing: 2%
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Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
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InfidelityModerate
Toxic relationship, Gaslighting272 pages • first pub 1982 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: 0060972726
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Harper and Row (Perennial Library)
Publication date: Not specified
Family Happiness by Laurie Colwin is a challenging and emotionally resonant novel that will captivate readers who appreciate nuanced explorations of family dynamics, feminism, and the complexities of marriage and motherhood, particularly those who enjoy character-driven stories that challenge conventional norms and societal expectations.
Description
Polly is a happy wife and mother from a remarkable strong and attractive family -- until one day she finds herself entagled in a completely unexpected, sweet, yet painful, love affair with a painter named Lincoln Bennett.\xa0 All of Polly's belief...
Community Reviews
Moods
emotional: 72%
reflective: 70%
funny: 45%
hopeful: 22%
sad: 22%
tense: 15%
challenging: 10%
lighthearted: 7%
dark: 5%
adventurous: 2%
inspiring: 2%
relaxing: 2%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
InfidelityModerate
Toxic relationship, Gaslighting