The Collected Stories of Reynolds Price [Paperback]

Year 2004
Pages 640

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The listing describes The Collected Stories of Reynolds Price [Paperback] by Reynolds Price as a novel built around its characters and plot. This edition is listed as 2004 • Scribner • 640 pages.

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This edition of The Collected Stories of Reynolds Price [Paperback] by Reynolds Price is a more substantial, novel built around its characters and plot.

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  • You are looking for a plot that does not take forever to begin.
  • You need fiction that quickly shows what kind of story it is.
  • If you liked character-driven stories, the narrative traces family ties across decades, showing how past actions ripple forward in unexpected ways.

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  • You need something very different from this book.
  • You are looking for to know every detail before opening the book.
  • If you prefer plot-first stories, the story unfolds deliberately and rewards patience over instant payoff.

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This book will mostly appeal to readers who enjoy its characters, plot, and mood.

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