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Contemporary Fiction

A Long Way Down

eng. A Long Way Down · 2005
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Interesting Facts

  • The book tells the story of four strangers who meet on a London rooftop on New Year's Eve, each intending to end their life.
  • The main characters—Martin, Maureen, Jess, and JJ—come from completely different social and age groups, allowing the author to explore a wide range of human emotions and problems.
  • Each chapter is written from the perspective of one of the four main characters, giving the reader deeper insight into their thoughts and motivations.
  • Despite its dark subject matter, the book is filled with humor and irony, making it light and enjoyable to read.
  • The novel addresses important topics such as depression, loneliness, family issues, and the search for meaning in life, but does so with a great deal of optimism and hope.
A Long Way Down
Date of publication: 25 August 2024
Last updated: 2 May 2025
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