58 pages 1 hour read

Ann-Marie MacDonald

Fall on your Knees

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996

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Reviews & Readership

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Ann-Marie MacDonald's Fall on Your Knees is praised for its complex, multi-generational narrative and rich character development. Critics commend its lyrical prose and compelling exploration of dark themes. However, some find the intricate plot and disturbing content overwhelming. Overall, it's a powerful, captivating read for those who appreciate intense family sagas.

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Who Should Read Fall on your Knees?

Readers who revel in multi-generational family epics with emotional depth and dark secrets will be captivated by Ann-Marie MacDonald’s Fall on Your Knees. Fans of works like Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides or The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver will find this novel equally enthralling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Magical Realism
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Themes
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Topics
LGBTQ
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Love / Sexuality