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Elizabeth Street

Laurie Fabiano
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Elizabeth Street

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Laurie Fabiano

Elizabeth Street

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1900s

Theme
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Elizabeth Street by Laurie Fabiano follows a young Italian immigrant navigating life in early 20th-century New York. The story depicts her struggles with cultural challenges, organized crime, and personal survival, highlighting her resilience and determination. Through a blend of historical fiction and family legacy, the narrative provides insight into the immigrant experience during this period.

Mysterious

Dark

Emotional

Gritty

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

22,160 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elizabeth Street by Laurie Fabiano captivates with its vivid depiction of early 20th-century immigrant life, capturing readers with rich historical detail and emotional depth. Some critiques note a predictable plot and uneven pacing, but overall, the novel is praised for its well-researched narrative and compelling portrayal of family resilience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Elizabeth Street?

A reader who enjoys Elizabeth Street by Laurie Fabiano would likely appreciate historical fiction and family sagas. Fans of The Godfather by Mario Puzo or The Shoemaker's Wife by Adriana Trigiani, who are drawn to immigrant stories set in early 20th-century America, will find this novel engaging.

4.1

22,160 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1900s

Theme
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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