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Mary Coin

Marisa Silver
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Mary Coin

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Marisa Silver

Mary Coin

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

324

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1930s

Theme
Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Mary Coin by Marisa Silver reimagines the story behind the iconic Depression-era photograph "Migrant Mother." It interweaves the lives of three individuals: a migrant woman, the photographer who captures her image, and a present-day professor researching the photograph. The narrative explores themes of historical memory, identity, and the impact of a single moment on multiple lives.

Contemplative

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

10,862 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mary Coin by Marisa Silver is praised for its evocative prose and intricate weaving of historical and fictional narratives. Critics commend its exploration of identity and resilience. However, some find its pacing uneven and character depth lacking. Overall, the novel is a poignant, thought-provoking reflection on the intersection of personal and historical moments.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mary Coin?

Readers of Mary Coin by Marisa Silver would enjoy historical fiction that intertwines personal stories with broader historical context. Fans of The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck and The Paris Wife by Paula McLain will appreciate its exploration of the Great Depression and the human stories behind iconic photographs.

4.1

10,862 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

324

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1930s

Theme
Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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