48 pages 1 hour read

Mary Lawson

A Town Called Solace

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Reviews & Readership

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Mary Lawson's A Town Called Solace intertwines the lives of three characters in a small Ontario town, revealing themes of loss, hope, and redemption. Praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth, some reviewers found the pacing slow. Overall, it’s a compelling read with richly drawn characters and a poignant exploration of human connections.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Town Called Solace?

Fans of introspective, character-driven novels like Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout and The Shipping News by Annie Proulx will appreciate A Town Called Solace. Ideal for readers who enjoy small-town dramas and intricately woven relationships centered on themes of loss, redemption, and human connection.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Historical Fiction
Themes
Relationships: Family
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Society: Community