Middlesex
by Jeffrey Eugenides
Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 488.2K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 529 pages.
About Middlesex
Middlesex tells the breathtaking story of Calliope Stephanides, and three generations of the Greek-American Stephanides family, who travel from a tiny village overlooking Mount Olympus in Asia Minor to Prohibition-era Detroit, witnessing its glory days as the Motor City and the race riots of 1967 before moving out to the tree-lined streets of suburban Grosse Pointe, Michigan. To understand why Calliope is not like other girls, she has to uncover a guilty family secret, and the astonishing genetic history that turns Callie into Cal, one of the most audacious and wondrous narrators in contemporary fiction. Lyrical and thrilling, Middlesex is an exhilarating reinvention of the American epic.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jeffrey Eugenides |
| Published | 2002 |
| Pages | 529 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.98 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 488,243 |
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What genre is Middlesex?
Middlesex is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Middlesex worth reading?
Based on 488.2K reader ratings, Middlesex has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Middlesex?
Middlesex has 529 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Middlesex?
Middlesex was written by Jeffrey Eugenides. It was first published in 2002.
What is the ISBN for Middlesex?
The ISBN-13 for Middlesex is 9780312422160.0.
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