
Next
A Novel
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Narrated by:
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LJ Ganser
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By:
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James Hynes
One of America’s most unique voices, James Hynes taps his dark humor for this startling novel.
Kevin Quinn is a standard-variety American male: middle-aged, liberal-leaning, self-centered, emotionally damaged, generally determined to avoid both pain and responsibility. As his relationship with his girlfriend approaches a turning point, and his career seems increasingly pointless, he decides to secretly fly to a job interview in Austin, Texas. Aboard the plane, Kevin is simultaneously attracted to the young woman in the seat next to him and panicked by a new wave of terrorism in Europe and the UK. He lands safely with neuroses intact and full of hope that the job, the expansive city, and the girl from the plane might yet be his chance for reinvention. His next eight hours make up this novel, a tour-de-force of mordant humor, brilliant observation, and pause-resistant storytelling.
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Critic reviews
Next is like a modern day Ulysses. We follow the life a middle aged man for one day in Austin, Texas. The story is two-fold, that of what happens to Kevin on that day, and his reflections on his past.
Next may not quite be for everyone. It can be a slow roll at times, but it's contemplative pace is actually one of the things I like about it. Our protagonist is a bit immature and shallow, but also quite funny and witty at times. You're never quite sure whether or not you should like him.
Hynes is an exceptional writer. I know that sounds a bit tautological, but there are great writers who struggle with story. Great storytellers whose prose leaves a bit to be desired. And then there are those who can write prose and plot.
You will enjoy Next if you enjoy books that take a meandering path to their conclusion. A slow burn if you will. If you enjoy stopping along the way to do some site seeing if you will. And, if you stick with it, you're in for quite the ending.
Slow burn
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There's lots of explicit sex. I told you our guy is a lover.
Plot-Teaser
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I was hanging around till Stella surprised Kevin and readers by yelling out "NEXT!" calling him in for his interview and then Kevin would take the job and then they could ride out together into Texas sunset living happily ever after. Heck! I was waiting for the word "next" in the read anywhere. I am pleased that I wasn't disappointed it finally making its appearance.
James Hynes...ROCKS!
NEXT!
"NEXT!"
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Detailed but slow
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Great ending
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