- Paperback: 88 pages
- Publisher: Jennie Coughlin (Sep 2011)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0984009183
- ISBN-13: 978-0984009183
- Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 12.7 x 0.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
Thrown Out: Stories from Exeter (A Literary Collection)
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Format:Paperback
This short collection contains four stories set in the fictitious college town of Exeter. It's a place where everyone knows everyone, at least those who don't attend the college. That can be good when neighbors need help, but it also means that history is never forgotten.
Over the course of these stories, we get to meet several of the residents. "Bones of the Past" finds Riordan sharing memories of the summer bones were found in the marsh with town newcomer Ellie. In the title story, we watch Chris struggle with his past as he takes a step forward with his boyfriend Dan. Riordan helps out F.X. O'Leary find a way to help his grandkids in "End Run." And in "Intricate Dance," we flash back to the late 60's and a few months that set the tone for Riordan and Becca's relationship.
Even though Riordan plays a big role in three of the stories, I would be hard pressed to call him the main character. Each story really focuses on a different resident which some of the others making cameos in each other's stories. While the plots are good, the focus is on getting to know the characters. Each story is set in a different time period, and that is stated up front, so there is no confusion.
The weak link of the book is "End Run" which stops before I think the story is over. I also found the antagonists to be flat characters and not nearly as well developed as our heroes.
Still, this was an interesting look at a small town, and I would definitely head back for a longer visit to Exeter.
NOTE: Jennie Coughlin is a friend who sent me a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review. If I hadn't enjoyed it, I would have simply not reviewed it.
Over the course of these stories, we get to meet several of the residents. "Bones of the Past" finds Riordan sharing memories of the summer bones were found in the marsh with town newcomer Ellie. In the title story, we watch Chris struggle with his past as he takes a step forward with his boyfriend Dan. Riordan helps out F.X. O'Leary find a way to help his grandkids in "End Run." And in "Intricate Dance," we flash back to the late 60's and a few months that set the tone for Riordan and Becca's relationship.
Even though Riordan plays a big role in three of the stories, I would be hard pressed to call him the main character. Each story really focuses on a different resident which some of the others making cameos in each other's stories. While the plots are good, the focus is on getting to know the characters. Each story is set in a different time period, and that is stated up front, so there is no confusion.
The weak link of the book is "End Run" which stops before I think the story is over. I also found the antagonists to be flat characters and not nearly as well developed as our heroes.
Still, this was an interesting look at a small town, and I would definitely head back for a longer visit to Exeter.
NOTE: Jennie Coughlin is a friend who sent me a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review. If I hadn't enjoyed it, I would have simply not reviewed it.
Format:Kindle Edition
Just finished reading 'Thrown Out: Stories from Exeter' and I can honestly say I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Exeter - and hope to visit again soon when more stories in this series are released!
Jennie Coughlin has a wonderful way with words and triumphs at both bringing the characters to life so vividly it feels as though they're people I know rather than fictional characters I've never met as well as telling their stories in a way that's both addictive and extremely enjoyable to read.
This is a great debut from a talented author I hope to see much more from soon.
Jennie Coughlin has a wonderful way with words and triumphs at both bringing the characters to life so vividly it feels as though they're people I know rather than fictional characters I've never met as well as telling their stories in a way that's both addictive and extremely enjoyable to read.
This is a great debut from a talented author I hope to see much more from soon.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
A glimpse of small town America
12 Sep 2011
Format:Kindle Edition
As someone who has only really experienced small town America on tv, I had no trouble at all picturing myself as a fly on the wall in Jennie Coughlin's Exeter, eavesdropping on the residents at significant moments in their lives. Almost instantly I found myself caring about these people and wanting to know what happened to them between the events in these stories. Any book that makes me late back from lunch has to be good!
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Character Driven Short Stories
11 Nov 2011
Format:Paperback
This short collection contains four stories set in the fictitious college town of Exeter. It's a place where everyone knows everyone, at least those who don't attend the college. That can be good when neighbors need help, but it also means that history is never forgotten.
Over the course of these stories, we get to meet several of the residents. "Bones of the Past" finds Riordan sharing memories of the summer bones were found in the marsh with town newcomer Ellie. In the title story, we watch Chris struggle with his past as he takes a step forward with his boyfriend Dan. Riordan helps out F.X. O'Leary find a way to help his grandkids in "End Run." And in "Intricate Dance," we flash back to the late 60's and a few months that set the tone for Riordan and Becca's relationship.
Even though Riordan plays a big role in three of the stories, I would be hard pressed to call him the main character. Each story really focuses on a different resident which some of the others making cameos in each other's stories. While the plots are good, the focus is on getting to know the characters. Each story is set in a different time period, and that is stated up front, so there is no confusion.
The weak link of the book is "End Run" which stops before I think the story is over. I also found the antagonists to be flat characters and not nearly as well developed as our heroes.
Still, this was an interesting look at a small town, and I would definitely head back for a longer visit to Exeter.
NOTE: Jennie Coughlin is a friend who sent me a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review. If I hadn't enjoyed it, I would have simply not reviewed it.
Over the course of these stories, we get to meet several of the residents. "Bones of the Past" finds Riordan sharing memories of the summer bones were found in the marsh with town newcomer Ellie. In the title story, we watch Chris struggle with his past as he takes a step forward with his boyfriend Dan. Riordan helps out F.X. O'Leary find a way to help his grandkids in "End Run." And in "Intricate Dance," we flash back to the late 60's and a few months that set the tone for Riordan and Becca's relationship.
Even though Riordan plays a big role in three of the stories, I would be hard pressed to call him the main character. Each story really focuses on a different resident which some of the others making cameos in each other's stories. While the plots are good, the focus is on getting to know the characters. Each story is set in a different time period, and that is stated up front, so there is no confusion.
The weak link of the book is "End Run" which stops before I think the story is over. I also found the antagonists to be flat characters and not nearly as well developed as our heroes.
Still, this was an interesting look at a small town, and I would definitely head back for a longer visit to Exeter.
NOTE: Jennie Coughlin is a friend who sent me a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review. If I hadn't enjoyed it, I would have simply not reviewed it.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Small town story
20 Sep 2011
Format:Kindle Edition
Thrown Out is an excellent look into a small town. I was raised outside of a pair of towns that had the total population of 1000. It was definitely an experience to move into the 'big city' when I left home. This book gives you a very good picture of what it's like to grow up in a small town with its short stories. Each story brings out facets of the characters' lives, making them each rich, realistic people who 'pop' right out of the page. I love the teacher, the lawyer, the boys, and I definitely love to hate Joe. If you like reading about small towns or about rich, colorful characters, read this book.
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