Admission
Admission
Book Brief
384
Novel • Fiction
New Jersey • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Admission by Jean Hanff Korelitz follows Portia Nathan, an admissions officer at Princeton University, as she navigates the intense and often disheartening process of evaluating thousands of applicants while grappling with her own insecurities and personal connection to the admissions system.
Contemplative
Emotional
Challenging
Bittersweet
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
8,807 ratings
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Review Roundup
Admission by Jean Hanff Korelitz cleverly explores the ethical complexities of college admissions through a relatable protagonist. While the well-crafted narrative and deep character development are commendable, some readers may find the pacing slow. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read that offers valuable insights into a high-stakes world.
Who Should Read Admission?
A reader who would enjoy Admission by Jean Hanff Korelitz is typically drawn to character-driven narratives that explore ethical dilemmas and personal growth within high-stakes environments. Fans of Prep by Curtis Sittenfeld and The Secret History by Donna Tartt would find this book compelling.
8,807 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Admission was adapted into a film in 2013, starring Tina Fey and Paul Rudd, bringing Korelitz's work to a broader audience through a comedy-drama twist.
The author, Jean Hanff Korelitz, drew from her personal experience working in college admissions at Princeton, adding a layer of authenticity to the novel's detailed depiction of the admissions process.
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Jean Hanff Korelitz also founded the online book group platform BookTheWriter, which connects readers with authors through intimate book discussion events held in living rooms throughout New York City.
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384
Novel • Fiction
New Jersey • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
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