Name: Lone Women
Price: $12.96 USD
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Author: LAVALLE, VICTOR
ISBN: 9780525512103

About This Book

Lone Women: A Novel by Victor LaValle

ISBN: 9780525512103

Published: February 6, 2024

Pages: 304

Category: Gothic & Horror, Fantasy, Literary Fiction

About the Book:

"Lone Women" by Victor LaValle is a gripping novel that combines elements of horror, mystery, and historical fiction. Set in early 20th-century central California, the story follows Adelaide Henry, a woman with a troubled past who sets her family farm ablaze and flees to Montana. There, she hopes to homestead and claim her own land. However, Adelaide's journey is fraught with secrets and eerie encounters that weave together to create a compelling narrative.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators interested in literary fiction, horror, and historical fiction. It's also a great read for anyone fascinated by the American West and its complex history. The novel's blend of character study and suspenseful storytelling makes it appealing to readers who enjoy complex, thought-provoking fiction.

History and Editions:

"Lone Women" is the latest installment in Victor LaValle's quartet of novels. The book has been praised for its unique blend of historical realism and eerie fairy tale elements. It has received critical acclaim, including being named a National Bestseller and a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and the Locus Award.

Author and Other Works:

Victor LaValle is an award-winning author known for his imaginative and often unsettling stories. His previous book, "The Changeling," has been adapted into an Apple+ series and received widespread acclaim. LaValle's writing style is characterized by his ability to combine deep insights into human nature with elements of horror, making his works both fun and thought-provoking.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats:

Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780525512080
Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780525512103
E-book: ISBN-13: 9780525512097
Audiobook Download: ISBN-13: 9780593611050

Publication Details:

Publisher: One World
Publication Date: February 6, 2024
Number of Pages: 304
Language: English

Other Editions and Formats:

Hardcover (Previous Edition): ISBN-13: 9780525512080
E-book (Previous Edition): ISBN-13: 9780525512097
Audiobook Download (Previous Edition): ISBN-13: 9780593611050

Related ISBNs:

9780525512080 (Hardcover)
9780525512097 (E-book)
9780593611050 (Audiobook Download)

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "Lone Women," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Victor LaValle is the author of seven works of fiction: four novels, two novellas, and a collection of short stories. His novels have been included in best-of-the-year lists by The New York Times Book Review, Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, The Nation, and Publishers Weekly, among others. He has been the recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship, an American Book Award, the Shirley Jackson Award, and the Key to Southeast Queens. He lives in the Bronx with his wife and kids and teaches at Columbia University.

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