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First Love

Gwendoline Riley
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First Love

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

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Gwendoline Riley

First Love

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

169

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

First Love by Gwendoline Riley follows Neve, a woman navigating complex relationships with her husband and manipulative parents. The narrative explores themes of love, control, and personal history as Neve reflects on her past and faces emotional challenges, seeking understanding and acceptance amidst the complexity of human connections.

Melancholic

Mysterious

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

3.3

2,750 ratings

43%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

23%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

First Love by Gwendoline Riley is praised for its sharp prose and unflinching exploration of complex relationships. Its portrayal of emotional turmoil is compelling, though some find the narrative bleak. The characters' emotional depth resonates with readers, but the lack of resolution may frustrate those seeking a traditional narrative arc. Overall, it's a poignant and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read First Love?

A reader who enjoys First Love by Gwendoline Riley likely appreciates introspective narratives and complex emotional landscapes. Fans of Dept. of Speculation by Jenny Offill or Rachel Cusk's Outline series would find its exploration of troubled relationships and personal reflection compelling.

3.3

2,750 ratings

43%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

23%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

169

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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