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London Fields

Martin Amis
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London Fields

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Martin Amis

London Fields

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

526

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

London Fields by Martin Amis follows characters navigating dystopian London, where crime, foreboding omens, and a mysterious impending murder loom. The story centers on a love triangle involving Nicola Six, a clairvoyant woman, and explores themes of fate, deception, and societal decay. Amis intricately weaves their interactions, entangling the characters' lives with tension and dark humor.

Dark

Mysterious

Unnerving

Gritty

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

3.7

13,922 ratings

61%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

London Fields by Martin Amis is a provocative and darkly comic novel that probes into themes of pre-apocalypse anxiety. Critics praise its sharp prose and intricate plotting, but opinions are divided on its character depth and tone. While many appreciate its satirical edge, others find it excessively cynical, affecting overall enjoyment.

Who should read this

Who Should Read London Fields?

A reader who enjoys London Fields by Martin Amis is likely drawn to darkly comedic narratives and satirical depictions of contemporary society. They may appreciate complex, flawed characters and intricate plots. Fans of authors like Salman Rushdie’s The Satanic Verses or Don DeLillo’s White Noise would find this novel appealing.

3.7

13,922 ratings

61%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

526

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1990s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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