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Literary Fiction Books

Immerse yourself in our Literary Fiction collection at Thryft, featuring works by revered authors and fresh voices alike. Discover stories that explore the depths of human experience and provoke thoughtful reflection. Ideal for both established aficionados and newcomers eager to explore the literary world.
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The Disaster Tourist
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Yun Ko-eun | Serpent's Tail

The Disaster Tourist

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If you're into thought-provoking satires that confront uncomfortable realities, "The Disaster Tourist" is a compelling pick. It cleverly blends humor with stark criticism of the tourism industry, making you question the ethics of your own travel choices. The book's unique take on ecological and social issues, packaged in a gripping narrative, could change the way you see 'adventure' vacations.
A Gate at the Stairs
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Lorrie Moore | Random House Inc.

A Gate at the Stairs

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A Gate At The Stairs explores the complexities of growing up as Tassie adapts to a new environment while navigating through themes of race, class, and parenthood. Readers who enjoy character-driven stories and layered metaphors will find Lorrie Moore's writing style particularly engaging.
Disgrace - Thryft
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J.M. Coetzee | Vintage Books

Disgrace

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This book could be a good read for someone who appreciates a brutally honest exploration of the human condition. The author delves into the depths of human nature, showcasing the complexities and flaws that exist within us all. Through the story of David Lurie, readers are confronted with uncomfortable truths and forced to reflect on the power dynamics, relationships, and societal issues that shape our lives. Coetzee's writing style is stark and unflinching, making "Disgrace" a riveting and thought-provoking read.
May We be Forgiven - Thryft
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A.M. Homes | Granta

May We be Forgiven

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Recommended for readers who enjoy satirical family dramas with dark and twisted humor. Homes' savage scrutiny of contemporary America's quirks and idiosyncrasies will leave readers both amused and horrified. The novel's exploration of personal transformation amidst chaos and trauma adds depth to its otherwise humorous theme.
Bernice Bobs Her Hair and Other Stories
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F. Scott Fitzgerald | Penguin

Bernice Bobs Her Hair and Other Stories

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For lovers of the Roaring Twenties and its complexities, Fitzgerald's "Bernice Bobs Her Hair and Other Stories" delivers that coveted glimpse into the era's social mores, its youthful rebellion, and the poignant undercurrents of ambition and desire. Diving into these stories is like stepping into a perfectly aged photograph, where the sepia tones are brightened by Fitzgerald's perceptive and beautifully crafted storytelling.
Mrs Dalloway - Thryft
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Virginia Woolf | Penguin Books

Mrs Dalloway

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Mrs Dalloway is a classic novel that showcases the inner lives and thoughts of its characters in a unique stream-of-consciousness style. It provides insights into the complex social structure of the time through its portrayal of characters like Clarissa and her relationships. Woolf also highlights the effects of trauma and its stigma in post-World War I times through Septimus's story. Fans of literary fiction and thoughtful character studies will enjoy this book.
Brief Interviews With Hideous Men - Thryft
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David Foster Wallace | Abacus

Brief Interviews With Hideous Men

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This book is not for the faint of heart. It's a collection of short stories that delve into the psyche of men who are so afraid of women that they become grotesque. It's a thought-provoking read that will leave you questioning societal norms and gender roles. If you're a fan of David Foster Wallace's writing, this is a must-read. However, if you're looking for a light-hearted read, this is not the book for you.
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Zoë Wicomb | Kwela Books

David's Story

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Unfolding in 1991 South Africa, at the moment of Nelson Mandela’s release, this novel explores the underground world of activists, spies, and saboteurs in the liberation movement—a world seldom revealed to outsiders. It also journeys back in time to find the forgotten history of "coloured" people, whose mixed-race heritage is embedded in four centuries of wrenching South African history. The effect is a bold and revisionary work—a moving exploration of the meaning of history, memory, and truth.
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Gabriel Tallent | Riverhead Books

My Absolute Darling

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"My Absolute Darling" is a deeply immersive story about resilience and the raw intensity of a young girl's struggle for autonomy. As you follow Turtle's harrowing journey, you'll be gripped by her gritty survival instincts, and her intimate connection with nature's beauty and brutality. This book offers a profound exploration of personal strength, and if you appreciate narratives that challenge the spirit while celebrating the triumph of the human will, this one will stay with you long after the last page.
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Adèle Geras | Orion

Facing The Light

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"Facing The Light's intricate plot and character development make it a page-turner for those who enjoy family dramas. The book delves into the dark sides of family life, as the secrets of Leonora's past come to light and shake the foundation of her relationships with her daughters. Adele Geras' writing expertly captures the complexity of familial relationships and will leave readers feeling like they know the characters personally."
Property : Winner of the Women's Prize for Fiction - Thryft
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Valerie Martin | Abacus

Property : Winner of the Women's Prize for Fiction

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Set on a Louisiana sugar plantation amid slave revolts, Property explores themes of ownership and belonging through the struggles of Manon Gaudet and Sarah. Valerie Martin's writing style tells the story of both the individual and the changes within the larger societal landscape, making it a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction.
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Henry James, Charles R James, Henry; Edited and with an Introduction and Notes by Anderson  | Penguin

The Bostonians

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Recommendation: The Bostonians is a must-read for those who appreciate satirical storytelling. Henry James skillfully captures the nuances of the women's rights movement, presenting a clash between two distant cousins who vie for control over the captivating Verena Tarrant. With its thought-provoking exploration of feminism, love, and ambition, this novel will keep you engrossed from start to finish. Get ready to dive into a world where passion and ideology collide in unexpected ways.
Patrick Melrose Volume 2 : Mother's Milk and At Last - Thryft
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Edward St. Aubyn | Picador

Patrick Melrose Volume 2 : Mother's Milk and At Last

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Patrick Melrose Volume 2 is a must-read for those who love family dramas and want to witness how the characters evolve over time. The novel's unique feature is its honest portrayal of the complexities of mastering the art of survival in familial relations with its painful realities, a mixture of tragedy, hilarity, and wit. Edward St Aubyn has a gorgeous writing style, which makes the reader feel unique and has the ability to encompass heavy human experiences with a sharp and at times humorous wit. Patrick Melrose is not an easy read, but it is a very rewarding one.
The Easter Parade - A Novel - Thryft
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Richard Yates | Picador

The Easter Parade - A Novel

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Recommendation: The Easter Parade is a heart-rending novel that captures the lives of two sisters as they forge different paths, yet ultimately face the same heartaches. With a poignant portrayal of familial discord and personal growth, Richard Yates creates a masterpiece that will leave readers touched and moved.
Turbott Wolfe - Thryft
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William Plomer | Ad. Donker

Turbott Wolfe

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“It is an inexplicable lapse on the part of literary scholars and critics,” writes Nadine Gordimer in her Introduction, “that Turbott Wolfe is not recognised as a pyrotechnic presence in the canon of renegade colonialist literature along with Conrad.” Indeed, William Plomer’s astonishing first novel, which first appeared in 1926, ignited a firestorm of controversy in his native South Africa. At the novel’s center is Turbott Wolfe, a British trader who opens a general store in Lembuland. He befriends many of his black customers but has less luck ingratiating himself with the bigoted whites who have lived in the area for generations. Eventually, Wolfe and his comrades embrace miscegenation as the key to Africa’s future—the Young Africa, where the races have blurred. Provocative and deeply questioning, Turbott Wolfe remains a powerful chronicle of the intimate human consequences of racism.
You Can't Get Lost in Cape Town - Thryft
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Zoë Wicomb | Virago

You Can't Get Lost in Cape Town

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Zoë Wicomb's complex and deeply evocative fiction is among the most distinguished recent works of South African women's literature. It is also among the only works of fiction to explore the experience of "Coloured" citizens in apartheid-era South Africa, whose mixed heritage traps them, as Bharati Mukherjee wrote in the New York Times, "in the racial crucible of their country. "Wicomb deserves a wide American audience, on a part with Nadine Gordimer and J.M.Coetzee." - Wall St. Journal Wicomb is a gifted writer, and her compressed narratives work like brilliant splinters in the mind, suggesting a rich rhythm and shape."- Seattle Times "[Wicomb's] prose is vigorous, textured, lyrical. . . . [She] is a sophisticated storyteller who combines the open-endedness of contemporary fiction with the force of autobiography and the simplicity of family stories."-Bharati Mukherjee, New York Times Book Review For course use African literature, African studies, growing up female, world literature, women's studies Zoe Wicomb was born in 1948 and raised in Namaquland, South Africa. After 20 years voluntary exile, she returned to South Africa in 1991 to teach at the University of the Western Cape. She currently lives in Glasgow and teaches at the University of Strathclyde, Scotland. Marcia Wright is professor of history at Columbia University and a member of the executive committee for the Women Writing Africa series. Carol Sicherman is professor emerita of English at Lehman College, CUNY.
Protect And Defend - Thryft
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Protect And Defend

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President-elect Kerry Kilcannon quickly appoints a new Chief Justice to the
Supreme Court--Caroline Masters. While the Senate spars over her
nomination, an abortion rights case makes its way toward the judge--and
will explode into the headlines. Suddenly, the most divisive issue in
America turns the president's nomination into an all-out war. Knopf.


Author: Richard North Patterson
Publisher: Random House
Publication Date: 2002
Granta 81 - Thryft
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Ian Jack | Granta

Granta 81

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As you seek fresh perspectives in contemporary fiction, "Granta 81" stands out as a compilation that captures the early 2000s literary zeitgeist. Woven through the pages are the unique styles and stories of celebrated authors at the dawn of their careers, inviting you to discover the diversity and dynamism that defined a generation of British novelists. This might just be the wellspring of inspiration you've been looking for, especially if you enjoy exploring different authors in one sitting.
Women of Algiers in Their Apartment - Thryft
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Clarisse Zimra, Assia Djebar, Marjolijn De Jager  | University Of Virginia Press

Women of Algiers in Their Apartment

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"Women of Algiers in Their Apartment" is an impactful read for those interested in exploring the lived experiences of oppressed women, particularly those in postcolonial societies. Assia Djebar's writing style is both innovative and lyrical as it illuminates the struggles faced by Algerian women - from being cloistered to grappling with the implications of reticence, the connection of language to oppression and the impact of war on both women and men. This book's strength lies in its unapologetic portrayal of the plight of urban Algerian women as they navigate a postcolonial society that has denied and subjugated them even as it celebrates the liberation of men. Highly recommended for those interested in women's stories of struggle and victory.
Rape: A Love Story - Thryft
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Joyce Carol Oates | Atlantic Books

Rape: A Love Story

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This book could be a good read for someone who is interested in a raw and honest portrayal of small-town mentality and the aftermath of a brutal event. The story touches on themes of justice and the complexity of human behavior. Readers may appreciate Joyce Carol Oates' unflinching writing style and her ability to capture the nuances of human emotion. However, this book may not be suitable for those who are sensitive to graphic descriptions of violence. Overall, "Rape: A Love Story" is a powerful exploration of the darkest aspects of humanity and the potential for redemption.
How To Make An American Quilt - Thryft
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Whitney Otto | Ballantine Books

How To Make An American Quilt

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"Remarkable...An affirmation of the strength and power of individual lives, and the way they cannot help fitting together."THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEWAn extraordinay and moving reading experience, HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN QUILT is an exploration of women of yesterday and today, who join together in a uniquely female experience. As they gather year after year, their stories, their wisdom, their lives, form the pattern from which all of us draw warmth and comfort for ourselves.A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE COMING OUT FALL 1995-- with Maya Angelou, Winona Ryder, and Rip Torn
Intimacy And Midnight All Day - A Novel And Stories - Thryft
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Hanif Kureishi | Scribner

Intimacy And Midnight All Day - A Novel And Stories

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This book would be a good read for those interested in complex and raw depictions of love and its aftermath. Hanif Kureishi explores the darker sides of relationships and intimacy with unflinching honesty in both a novel and a collection of original stories. Readers can expect to be challenged and confronted with uncomfortable truths about the complexities of human connection.
His Illegal Self - Thryft
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Peter Carey | Vintage (australia)

His Illegal Self

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His Illegal Self could be a good read for fans of coming-of-age stories that are rich in character development but with a nonlinear plot structure. The book's most distinctive feature is its use of vivid descriptions that bring to life the 60s counterculture scene and the Australian outback. Readers will find themselves drawn into the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and rooting for him as he confronts difficult truths about his life and family.
Serious Men - Thryft
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Manu Joseph | Harper Collins

Serious Men

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"Serious Men" will resonate with anyone who's ever felt stuck in life, dreaming of something greater. Manu Joseph manages to weave humor and poignancy to tell the story of Ayyan Mani, a man whose schemes of breaking free from societal chains are as audacious as they are entertaining. This book might just make you laugh, think, and root for an underdog who's playing a high-stakes game.
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Richard Yates | Methuen

Revolutionary Road

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"Revolutionary Road" is a poignant novel that explores the fragility of the American Dream. Ideal for readers who appreciate complex characterizations and intense introspection, Yates's prose captures the profound psychological torment experienced by the protagonists, Frank and April Wheeler, as they confront the stark realities of their void existence. This book is a must-read for those who seek a sincere depiction of the hardships of married life and the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a seemingly meaningless society.
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Angela Carter, Leonora Carrington, Elizabeth Jolley  | Viragp

Angela Carter's Book Of Wayward Girls And Wicked Women

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This book is a must-read for those seeking empowering stories that challenge societal norms and celebrate female resilience. Angela Carter's selection of tales reflects her anarchic taste and showcases adventuresses and revolutionaries who refuse to conform. From subversive to cunning, these stories inspire women to embrace their own uniqueness and reject the expectation of being "nice."
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Phaswane Mpe | University Of Kwazulu Natal Press

Welcome to Our Hillbrow

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Hillbrow is a microcosm of the changing South African psyche. This novel links Hillbrow, rural Tiragalong and Oxford, and contains the shattered dreams of youth, sexuality and its unpredictable costs, AIDS, xenophobia, suicide, the omnipotent violence that cuts short the promise of young people, and the Africanist understanding of the life.
Purple Hibiscus
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie | 4th Estate

Purple Hibiscus

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"Purple Hibiscus" could be a profound experience for you if you're drawn to stories that explore the complexities of family dynamics, personal growth, and political tension. As Kambili's narrative unfolds, you'll find yourself immersed in a world where love and tyranny coexist, prompting reflections on freedom, resilience, and the meaning of home. Plus, Adichie's prose is a delight to read—crafted with care and full of emotional depth.
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Denis Johnson | Granta Publications

Jesus' Son

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"Jesus' Son" could be a good read for those interested in character-driven stories that explore the darker side of human nature. The unnamed narrator's struggles with addiction provide a gritty but honest lens through which to view the lives of the lost and forgotten. Johnson's prose captures the beauty and despair of these characters, resulting in a haunting and unforgettable collection of stories.
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Jonathan Safran Foer | Mariner Books

Everything Is Illuminated - Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

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This book could be a good read for those who are interested in history and its profound influence on people's lives. Everything Is Illuminated tells the story of a young man's journey to Ukraine to discover the past of his Jewish grandfather, while Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close explores a young boy's journey of healing and self-discovery after losing his father in 9/11. Both stories intertwine in a cleverly crafted narrative that leaves readers with a deep appreciation of the human experience. Jonathan Safran Foer's writing is poignant and thought-provoking, always leaving readers with new questions to explore.

Dive Deeper into the Literary Realm

At Thryft, our Literary Fiction collection brings you an array of gripping narratives and powerful prose. We curate books that challenge, provoke, and inspire readers to think beyond the ordinary. From time-tested classics to modern masterpieces, each piece offers a new journey into the complexities of life and humanity. Whether you're seeking a profound story or a gentle reminder of life's beauty, our selection is here to enrich your reading experience.