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The Nest
The Nest
Author: Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney
A warm, funny and acutely perceptive debut novel about four adult siblings and the fate of the shared inheritance that has shaped their choices and their lives. — Every family has its problems. But even among the most troubled, the Plumb family stands out as spectacularly dysfunctional. Years of simmering tensions finally reach a breaking point o...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780062414212
ISBN-10: 0062414216
Publication Date: 3/22/2016
Pages: 368
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  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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3.5 stars, based on 64 ratings
Publisher: Ecco
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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eadieburke avatar reviewed The Nest on + 1639 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
I would have to say that this book is not for everyone. It's about the Plumbs who are a crazy and dysfunctional family waiting until the youngest is 40 so they can inherit their nest of money. I found the siblings to be well-developed characters that are very believable but also very flawed. They lie, cheat and steal but you still find yourself wondering what will happen to each of them. There is a lot of dark humor and lots of surprises along the way that keep you interested. I can really see a movie in the making from this book. As I have said in the beginning of my review, these shallow characters are not for everyone but if you love family sagas, then I suggest you give it a try. I would definitely look to read more from this author, as I found this debut interesting. What I have taken away from this book is: In the end, you just have to accept your family for who and what they are.
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