46 pages 1 hour read

Kathleen Rooney

Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Reviews & Readership

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Kathleen Rooney's Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk is lauded for its charming protagonist, rich historical detail, and poignant reflections on aging and urban life. Readers appreciated its witty and sharp writing, although some found the plot meandering. Overall, it offers a nostalgic and insightful literary journey through 20th-century New York.

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Who Should Read Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk?

Readers who enjoy Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen Rooney will likely appreciate introspective and character-driven narratives, especially those set in urban environments. Fans of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and A Tree Grows in Brooklyn will find the book's blend of historical fiction and personal reflection engaging.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Auto/Biographical Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Themes
Values/Ideas: Literature
Identity: Gender
Identity: Mental Health
Topics
History: World