Zorrie
Zorrie
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Indiana • Mid-20th century
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Zorrie by Laird Hunt follows the life of Zorrie Underwood, a resilient woman in rural Indiana, as she navigates love, loss, and the passage of time. The novel highlights her experiences from the Great Depression to the mid-20th century, focusing on themes of endurance, community, and the quiet beauty found in everyday life.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Serene
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Zorrie by Laird Hunt is praised for its evocative prose and meditative exploration of rural life and resilience. Readers appreciate its poignant portrayal of an ordinary woman's life journey. Some critics, however, feel the novel's slow pace may not engage all audiences. Overall, it offers a quietly profound narrative that resonates deeply with those who connect with its themes.
Who Should Read Zorrie?
Readers who appreciate Zorrie by Laird Hunt likely enjoy poignant, character-driven stories within pastoral settings. Fans of My Ántonia by Willa Cather or Gilead by Marilynne Robinson, which explore themes of resilience and rural life, would find this reflective novel appealing.
9,985 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Zorrie was a finalist for the 2021 National Book Award for Fiction, highlighting Laird Hunt's skillful storytelling and evocative prose.
The novel is set in rural Indiana, reflecting the author's deep connection to the Midwest, a region he often explores in his works.
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Novel • Fiction
Indiana • Mid-20th century
2021
Adult
18+ years
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