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Literary Fiction · MelancholicA small Colorado town, two boys and a pregnant girl
Plainsong
by Kent Haruf
See it on Amazon1999Moderate readSlow pace
What it is about
In Holt, Colorado, two old bachelor farmers take in a pregnant teenager, while a teacher looks after two boys. Haruf’s 1999 novel is spare and kind.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy literary fiction that puts character and language first, with a melancholic mood and an unhurried pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.
Themes: Small town · Family · Community
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About the author
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