Corinne Mulvaney
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A novel by Joyce Carol Oates about a family's tragedy after a rape in 1976. The book was adapted into a TV movie and featured in Oprah's Book Club.
Sep 1, 1996 · A novel about a family's rise and fall over 25 years, told by the youngest son who tries to uncover the secret that destroyed them. Read ratings, reviews, genres, book details, and an excerpt from the book by the author of Blonde and Zombie.
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Jan 24, 2001 · A powerful and heartbreaking story of a family torn apart by a rape and its aftermath. The novel explores the themes of free will, evolution, gender, class, spirituality, and the American dream through the eyes of the Mulvaneys and their friends.
Sep 18, 1996 · A review of Oates's novel about a family's decline and tragedy in upstate New York, from the 1950s to the 1980s. The review praises Oates's skill, detail, and passion, and compares her to Dreiser and Fitzgerald.
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A novel about a family's tragedy and resilience, selected by Oprah Winfrey for her book club. Read an excerpt, a reading guide, and more about the author and the book.
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Sep 1, 1997 · A novel about a family's fall from grace after a rape and its impact on the next generation. An Oprah's Book Club selection, a New York Times Notable Book, and a powerful story of hope and love.
A family saga of a rural New York clan that faces tragedy and violence after the rape of their daughter Marianne in the 1970s. The novel explores the impact of the trauma on the Mulvaneys' relationships, identity, and community over three decades.
