Little
448
Novel • Fiction
France • 18th century
2018
Adult
18+ years
Little by Edward Carey tells the story of a person named Marie, later known as Madame Tussaud. Set in the 18th century, it follows Marie's journey from orphanhood in Switzerland to achieving recognition as a wax sculptor in Paris, capturing her resilience and adaptability amidst personal and historical challenges.
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Fantastical
Gritty
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Edward Carey's Little is praised for its vivid prose and unique storytelling, offering a captivating and darkly whimsical portrayal of revolutionary France. Its richly developed characters and imaginative narrative engage readers, though some find its pacing occasionally slow. The blend of historical fiction and creative elements is noted as both intriguing and unconventional.
A reader captivated by historical fiction with a dark, whimsical flair, akin to The Night Circus and Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, would enjoy Edward Carey's Little. This novel's blend of history, gothic atmosphere, and quirky narrative attracts lovers of imaginative storytelling and richly detailed worlds.
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Little by Edward Carey is a fictionalized version of the life of Madame Tussaud, born Marie Grosholtz, who is famous for creating the wax museum in London.
The novel was longlisted for the 2018 RSL Ondaatje Prize, which celebrates a distinguished work of fiction, non-fiction, or poetry, evoking the spirit of a place.
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Edward Carey, the author of Little, is also an illustrator, and the book includes his own whimsical illustrations that complement the narrative.
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448
Novel • Fiction
France • 18th century
2018
Adult
18+ years
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