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Doctorow, Cory
1971
Someone Comes to Town, Someone Leaves Town
"Someone Comes to Town, Someone Leaves Town" by Cory Doctorow is a novel written in the early 21st century. The story revolves around Alan, a character who is engaged in a deeply transformative renovation of his house while reflecting on his past, his unique family dynamics, and his aspirations as a writer. The book explores themes of identity, belonging, and the interactions between the mundane and the fantastic, particularly through Alan's relationships with his neighbors and his mysterious family background. The opening of the novel introduces Alan as he takes possession of a dilapidated house in Toronto, embarking on an ambitious renovation project filled with much detail about his methods and motivations. As he settles into his new home, he begins to form connections with his new neighbors—Nat, Link, and the elusive Krishna—while also grappling with the complexities of his own past and the peculiar nature of his family, which includes his metaphorical "brothers." This section sets the stage for a narrative that blends realism with elements of magical realism, instilling a sense of wonder while grounding the story in relatable human experiences and challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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