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Best Fictional Families of 2024

FICTION

LONG ISLAND COMPROMISE

by Taffy Brodesser-Akner

A great American Jewish novel whose brew of hilarity, heartbreak, and smarts recalls the best of Philip Roth. A triumph. Full review >

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FICTION

THE MIGHTY RED

by Louise Erdrich

In this tender and capacious story, love and tragedy mingle along the river and into the world. Full review >

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FICTION

REAL AMERICANS

by Rachel Khong

Bold, thoughtful, and delicate at once, addressing life’s biggest questions through artfully crafted scenes and characters. Full review >

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FICTION

THIS STRANGE EVENTFUL HISTORY

by Claire Messud

Brilliant and heart-wrenching; Messud is one of contemporary literature’s best. Full review >

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FICTION

SANDWICH

by Catherine Newman

A moving, hilarious reminder that parenthood, just like life, means constant change. Full review >

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FICTION

INTERMEZZO

by Sally Rooney

Though not perfect, a clear leap forward for Rooney; her grandmaster status remains intact. Full review >

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