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The Last Dance and Other Stories

Victoria Hislop
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The Last Dance and Other Stories

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

Book Brief

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Victoria Hislop

The Last Dance and Other Stories

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

146

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Greece • 20th century

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Last Dance and Other Stories by Victoria Hislop is a collection of ten short stories, each set in Greece. The narratives explore rich cultural landscapes and delve into themes of love, life, and human connection. Stories like "The Last Dance" and "One Cretan Evening" capture the essence of Greek tradition and personal experiences in diverse settings.

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

3.7

3,176 ratings

55%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Last Dance and Other Stories by Victoria Hislop is praised for its evocative prose and vivid depiction of Greek culture. Readers appreciate the emotional depth and engaging storytelling. Some critics, however, find the plots predictable and desire more character development. Overall, the collection offers an atmospheric glimpse into Greek life and relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Last Dance and Other Stories?

A reader who enjoys The Last Dance and Other Stories by Victoria Hislop would likely appreciate rich, evocative storytelling with a focus on Greek culture and history. Fans of works like The Island by Hislop or Captain Corelli's Mandolin by Louis de Bernières, which blend historical detail with emotional narratives, will find similar enjoyment here.

3.7

3,176 ratings

55%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

146

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Greece • 20th century

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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