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Title: A Big Mess
Review: Too much going on with no direction. The writing is needlessly detailed. The character development and story line are not believable. And none of the family members are likeable. Ms. Oates tries to explore themes of familial alienation, religion, evolution, rape and redemption, yet does so only superficially. The result is a self indulgent 450 + page disconnected writing exercise.Don't waste your time.
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