In the Unlikely Event
by Judy Blume
In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume holds a well received rating of 3.51 out of 5, based on 40.9K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 402 pages.
About In the Unlikely Event
In her highly anticipated new novel, Judy Blume, the New York Times # 1 best-selling author of Summer Sisters and of young adult classics such as Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, creates a richly textured and moving story of three generations of families, friends and strangers, whose lives are profoundly changed by unexpected events. In 1987, Miri Ammerman returns to her hometown of Elizabeth, New Jersey, to attend a commemoration of the worst year of her life.Thirty-five years earlier, when Miri was fifteen, and in love for the first time, a succession of airplanes fell from the sky, leaving a community reeling. Against this backdrop of actual events that Blume experienced in the early 1950s, when airline travel was new and exciting and everyone dreamed of going somewhere, Judy Blume imagines and weaves together a haunting story of three generations of families, friends, and strangers, whose lives are profoundly changed by these disasters. She paints a vivid portrait of a particular time and place — Nat King Cole singing “Unforgettable,” Elizabeth Taylor haircuts, young (and not-so-young) love, explosive friendships, A-bomb hysteria, rumors of Communist threat. And a young journalist who makes his name reporting tragedy. Through it all, one generation reminds another that life goes on.In the Unlikely Event is a gripping novel with all the hallmarks of Judy Blume's unparalleled storytelling.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Judy Blume |
| Published | 2015 |
| Pages | 402 |
| Kindle Price | $8.99 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, History |
| Average Rating | 3.51 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 40,885 |
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What genre is In the Unlikely Event?
In the Unlikely Event is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is In the Unlikely Event worth reading?
Based on 40.9K reader ratings, In the Unlikely Event has an average score of 3.51 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is In the Unlikely Event?
In the Unlikely Event has 402 pages.
Who wrote In the Unlikely Event?
In the Unlikely Event was written by Judy Blume. It was first published in 2015.
What is the ISBN for In the Unlikely Event?
The ISBN-13 for In the Unlikely Event is 9781101875050.0.
How much does In the Unlikely Event cost on Kindle?
In the Unlikely Event is available on Kindle for $8.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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