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The Body of Jonah Boyd
The Body of Jonah Boyd
Author: David Leavitt
It's 1969, and Judith "Denny" Denham has just begun an affair with Dr. Ernest Wright, a psychology professor at Wellspring University, who just happens to be her boss. But her position in the Wright household is not merely as a mistress. Ernest's wife, Nancy, has taken Denny under her wing as a four-hand piano partner and general confidante, alt...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781582341880
ISBN-10: 1582341885
Publication Date: 5/7/2004
Pages: 215
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3.6 stars, based on 7 ratings
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
Members Wishing: 0
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reviewed The Body of Jonah Boyd on + 3 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
My first book by David Leavitt, but definitely not my last. A friend gave it to me after reading it, so I thought it very appropriate to pass it on via paperbackswap!
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Very interesting story about a woman who was a bit "dumpy" and the secretary to a man whom she has an affair with. She also is a friend of his wife, who doesn't know about the affair. She thinks being "dumpy" as she is her friend will not suspect. The wife invites her to every Thanksgiving for years and never knows. Then "stuff" hits the fan. This was funny, had surprises thru out and all in all a nice fun read.
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I read this book in one night. It is so easy to read and a captivating story. The title sounds morbid and dark - it is not - so do not let that stop you from reading this wonderful book!
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Very well-written novel; gives some insight into the competitive realm, of academia as well the literary world. Fine character development!


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