Plot Summary

Ghostwritten

David Mitchell

Ghostwritten

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

Book Brief

David Mitchell

Ghostwritten

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

426

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Okinawa, Japan • 1990s

First Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Ghostwritten by David Mitchell interweaves the lives of diverse characters across the globe, exploring themes of interconnectedness and chance. Each chapter, set in a different location, gradually reveals how personal choices and events impact others, illustrating a complex web of human experiences and relationships.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Fantastical

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

David Mitchell's Ghostwritten impresses with its intricate narratives and diverse settings. Critics praise the novel’s ambitious scope and complex character development. However, some note occasional disjointedness in the plot. Overall, it showcases Mitchell's storytelling prowess and unique structural approach, making it a compelling read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ghostwritten?

Readers who love intricate narratives and global settings, much like in Cloud Atlas, will enjoy Ghostwritten by David Mitchell. This novel appeals to those who appreciate interconnected stories and philosophical musings akin to works by Haruki Murakami. Ideal for fans of literary fiction that explores diverse perspectives.

Book Details
Pages

426

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Okinawa, Japan • 1990s

First Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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