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A Half Forgotten Song

Katherine Webb
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A Half Forgotten Song

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Katherine Webb

A Half Forgotten Song

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dorset, England • 1930s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Half Forgotten Song by Katherine Webb is a novel centered on a young art dealer, Zach, who delves into the life of a reclusive artist, Charles Aubrey. As Zach investigates, he uncovers intricate tales involving love, passion, and mystery, set against the backdrop of a seaside village in Dorset.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

3,843 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Half Forgotten Song by Katherine Webb offers a compelling narrative rich in atmosphere and well-crafted prose. Readers appreciate its intricate storytelling and vivid depiction of coastal England. However, some criticize the slow pacing and complex plot structure. Overall, Webb’s ability to weave mystery with emotional depth is well-regarded.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Half Forgotten Song?

A reader who enjoys A Half Forgotten Song by Katherine Webb would likely appreciate intricate, suspenseful narratives with dual timelines and rich character development. Fans of Kate Morton’s The Forgotten Garden and Sarah Waters’ The Paying Guests would find this novel appealing.

4.1

3,843 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Dorset, England • 1930s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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