Accabadora
Accabadora
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Sardinia, Italy • 1950s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Accabadora by Michela Murgia explores themes of life, death, and tradition in a Sardinian village. The narrative follows a young girl, Maria, raised by the village's spiritual healer, Bonaria Urrai. The story delves into their complex relationship and the moral dilemmas surrounding the act of traditional mercy killings.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Accabadora by Michela Murgia is lauded for its evocative depiction of Sardinian culture and exploration of themes like life, death, and family. The prose is praised for its lyrical beauty, though some readers find the pacing uneven. Characters are compelling, adding depth to the moral complexities presented. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read with rich cultural insights.
Who Should Read Accabadora?
Readers who relish Accabadora by Michela Murgia likely appreciate introspective, culturally rich narratives with moral complexity, akin to Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend or Isabel Allende’s The House of the Spirits. This audience enjoys stories exploring familial ties, tradition, and ethical dilemmas within intimate communities.
27,438 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Sardinia, Italy • 1950s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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