The Summer Without Men
The Summer Without Men
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Minnesota • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Summer Without Men, a woman named Mia retreats to her hometown after her husband requests a "pause" in their marriage. She spends the summer reconnecting with her mother and teaching a poetry class, exploring themes of identity, relationships, and resilience while encountering diverse individuals across generations.
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Summer Without Men by Siri Hustvedt is praised for its insightful exploration of femininity, identity, and relationships. Readers appreciate Hustvedt's lyrical prose and witty narrative. Some critiques mention the plot's meandering nature and occasional lack of cohesion. Overall, the novel is lauded for its depth and intelligent commentary on the female experience.
Who Should Read The Summer Without Men?
An ideal reader for The Summer Without Men by Siri Hustvedt would be someone who appreciates introspective and character-driven narratives with a feminist angle. Fans of Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse or Elizabeth Strout's Olive Kitteridge would find the exploration of identity, community, and personal growth engaging.
13,439 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Minnesota • Contemporary
2011
Adult
18+ years
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