The Book of Joe
by Jonathan Tropper
The Book of Joe by Jonathan Tropper holds a well received rating of 3.95 out of 5, based on 13.1K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 338 pages.
About The Book of Joe
Right after high school, Joe Goffman left sleepy Bush Falls, Connecticut and never looked back. Then he wrote a novel savaging everything in town, a novel that became a national bestseller and a huge hit movie. Fifteen years later, Joe is struggling to avoid the sophomore slump with his next novel when he gets a call: his father's had a stroke, so it's back to Bush Falls for the town's most famous pariah. His brother avoids him, his former classmates beat him up, and the members of the book club just hurl their copies of Bush Falls at his house. But with the help of some old friends, Joe discovers that coming home isn't all bad--and that maybe the best things in life are second chances.Fans of Nick Hornby and Jennifer Weiner will love this book, by turns howling funny, fiercely intelligent, and achingly poignant. As evidenced by The Book of Joe's success in both the foreign and movie markets, Jonathan Tropper has created a compelling, incredibly resonant story.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jonathan Tropper |
| Published | 2003 |
| Pages | 338 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.95 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,064 |
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What genre is The Book of Joe?
The Book of Joe is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Book of Joe worth reading?
Based on 13.1K reader ratings, The Book of Joe has an average score of 3.95 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Book of Joe?
The Book of Joe has 338 pages.
Who wrote The Book of Joe?
The Book of Joe was written by Jonathan Tropper. It was first published in 2003.
What is the ISBN for The Book of Joe?
The ISBN-13 for The Book of Joe is 9780385338100.0.
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