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Book · 2020 · New York Times reviewed

The Bass Rock

by Evie Wyld · Recommended by 1 person on 1 podcast

Why people recommend it

The Bass Rock by Evie Wyld is a critically acclaimed contemporary novel that explores generations of trauma, family secrets, and the lives of women against the backdrop of the Scottish coastline. John Williams featured the novel on multiple episodes of The Book Review, utilizing the platform to share his deep appreciation for the writing. During an episode focusing on truth and fiction, Williams introduced the title during the sign-off, noting that he had reviewed the new novel by the British author quite differently from other works discussed. Later, in a separate installment dedicated to discussing the standout books of the year, Williams returned to the novel to offer an enthusiastic recommendation outside of the formal top ten list. He informed listeners that the author was born in London, raised between Australia and London, and that this release marked her third novel. Throughout these mentions, Williams emphasized the distinctive voice and narrative power of the writer, ensuring that podcast audiences took note of a contemporary work that resonated strongly with him amid a crowded literary landscape. The ongoing praise from the critic highlighted the haunting atmosphere and emotional resonance embedded within the coastal setting of the book.

Who recommended it

John Williams — 3 mentions
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“it's called the bass Rock by Eevee wild wld D”
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“and I reviewed very very differently from that the bass Rock the new novel by Eevee wild”
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“I'm gonna recommend a novel by a British writer named Eevee wild she was born in London and raised in Australia and London her third novel The Bass Rock came out this year”

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