Truth and Consequences A Novel
Truth and Consequences A Novel by Alison Lurie is a work published by Penguin Books in 2006, featuring 232 pages in English. This novel presents a modern social satire that intertwines themes of love, relationships, and academia, showcasing Lurie’s signature satiric wit and storytelling prowess.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the complexities of human connections and the choices individuals make regarding their relationships. The book delves into the intricacies of love and the sacrifices involved, all while maintaining a humorous tone. With its literary focus, Truth and Consequences offers an engaging examination of the dynamics between men and women, making it a notable addition to Lurie’s body of work.
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Over the years, Alison Lurie has earned a devoted readership for her satiric wit and storytelling acumen. With Truth and Consequences, described by the New Yorker as “a comedy of adultery with a comedy of academia thrown in,” Lurie returns with a modern social satire that recalls the best of David Lodge and Mary McCarthy as well as her own popular university novels The War Between the Tates and Foreign Affairs. BACKCOVER: “A wily, shapely tale of love’s labors lost.”
–Elle
“A wry, insightful, thoroughly enjoyable tale about how men and women choose their demons and their lovers, and the sacrifices they’re willing to make for both.”
–The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
“Delightful . . . Her characters are, as always, wonderfully imperfect.”
–The New York Review of Books
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