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The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher

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The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2014

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The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

242

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Windsor, England • 1980s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher is a short story collection by Hilary Mantel. It features ten stories exploring themes of power, betrayal, and the uncanny in everyday life. Each story captures unique perspectives, often highlighting unsettling or unexpected moments that reveal deeper truths about the characters' lives.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher by Hilary Mantel showcases her sharp narrative skill and wit, offering a collection of short stories that are engaging and darkly humorous. Critics praise her ability to delve into human psychology, though some find the stories uneven in impact. The blend of historical and fictional elements keeps readers intrigued.

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Who Should Read The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher?

A reader who appreciates The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher by Hilary Mantel would enjoy dark, satirical tales with historical twists. Fans of Ian McEwan's Atonement and Ali Smith's How to Be Both may find this book captivating for its sharp prose and imaginative narrative.

Book Details
Pages

242

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Windsor, England • 1980s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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