Living Alone
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
128
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1910s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Living Alone by Stella Benson is a novel set during World War I that blends fantasy and reality. It follows a person who encounters a unique group of individuals connected to a mysterious house in London. The narrative explores themes of independence, the impact of war, and the magical elements that intertwine with everyday life.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Humorous
Heartwarming
Nostalgic
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Living Alone by Stella Benson is praised for its whimsical narrative and imaginative portrayal of a witch living independently during wartime London. Readers appreciate the blend of fantasy and reality, as well as Benson's humor and insight into solitude. Criticisms include a lack of depth in character development and a sometimes disjointed plot. Overall, it's a charming, thought-provoking read.
A reader enchanted by whimsical and satirical fantasy, akin to E. M. Forster's A Room with a View, will enjoy Stella Benson's Living Alone. This novel appeals to those who appreciate magical realism interwoven with social commentary, much like Virginia Woolf's Orlando.
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128
Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1910s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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