Bellevue Square
Bellevue Square
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Toronto, Ontario • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Bellevue Square by Michael Redhill, a woman named Jean Mason becomes obsessed with her doppelgänger, whom multiple people claim to have seen in Toronto's Kensington Market. As she delves deeper into this mystery, Jean's sense of identity and reality begins to unravel, leading her on a complex journey of self-discovery.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
7,800 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Bellevue Square by Michael Redhill captivates with its intriguing premise and complex narrative structure. Readers praise its exploration of identity and reality. However, some find the plot challenging to follow and the resolution unsatisfying. Nevertheless, Redhill's skillful storytelling and rich character development make it a compelling read for those who enjoy psychological thrillers.
Who Should Read Bellevue Square?
A reader who enjoys Bellevue Square would be captivated by psychological thrillers and complex narratives. Fans of The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins or The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides would appreciate its exploration of doppelgängers and the blurred lines between reality and illusion.
7,800 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Bellevue Square won the 2017 Scotiabank Giller Prize, which is one of Canada's most prestigious literary awards.
Michael Redhill wrote Bellevue Square as part of a trilogy focused on themes of identity and consciousness, with each book intended to be independent yet thematically connected.
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The setting of Bellevue Square is inspired by the real Bellevue Square Park located in Toronto's Kensington Market, known for its vibrant cultural diversity and history.
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Novel • Fiction
Toronto, Ontario • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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