The Lucky Ones
The Lucky Ones
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Colombia • 1990s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lucky Ones by Julianne Pachico is a novel comprised of interconnected short stories set in Colombia, exploring the lives affected by the country's civil conflict. Through various perspectives, including a teacher, displaced individuals, and expatriates, the book examines themes of violence, displacement, and survival amid the backdrop of societal upheaval.
Mysterious
Dark
Contemplative
Melancholic
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Lucky Ones by Julianne Pachico is praised for its vivid depiction of life amidst Colombia’s civil conflict, capturing multiple perspectives with haunting prose. The fragmented narrative engages but may confuse some readers. Characters are compelling, though the emotional depth varies. Pachico’s debut successfully explores themes of loss and survival.
Who Should Read The Lucky Ones?
Readers who enjoy The Lucky Ones by Julianne Pachico are often drawn to complex narratives and political themes. They appreciate stories with interwoven perspectives, like in The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Díaz or The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold, which explore personal stories against turbulent backdrops.
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Short Story • Fiction
Colombia • 1990s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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