Akin
Akin
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York City; Nice, France • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Akin by Emma Donoghue, a senior academic named Noah travels from New York to Nice to unravel family secrets and reconnect with his roots. Accompanied unexpectedly by his young great-nephew, Michael, the duo navigates a transformative journey that bridges generational and emotional gaps while exploring themes of identity and belonging.
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Emotional
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
19,553 ratings
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Review Roundup
Emma Donoghue's Akin has received mixed reviews. Critics praise its engaging story of unexpected family bonds and the well-developed characters, especially the dynamic between the elderly Noah and young Michael. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot predictable. The novel's exploration of themes like identity and belonging is generally well-received.
Who Should Read Akin?
A reader who enjoys family dramas combined with historical narratives and emotional depth, akin to those in titles like Ann Patchett's The Dutch House, will find Emma Donoghue's Akin engaging. Fans of stories that explore complex relationships and personal growth within richly developed contexts will appreciate this novel.
19,553 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
New York City; Nice, France • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
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