68 pages 2 hours read

Michael Cunningham

The Hours

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

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Michael Cunningham's The Hours is lauded for its intricate narrative structure and profound character exploration. Critics praise its homage to Virginia Woolf, though some find it overly complex and dense. The novel’s richly emotional prose captivates many, despite occasional criticisms of its pacing. Overall, a compelling, if challenging, read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Hours?

A reader who would enjoy The Hours by Michael Cunningham is likely drawn to complex, layered narratives and character-driven stories. They may appreciate literary fiction akin to Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway and Ian McEwan's Atonement, given Cunningham's intertextual homage and exploration of intertwining lives and emotional depth.

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Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

960L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Topics
LGBTQ
Gender / Feminism
Love / Sexuality
Themes
Identity: Sexuality
Identity: Mental Health
Identity: Femininity