Friday, August 2, 2013

The Fourth Hand

Author: John Irving
Stars: 3
Review by: Marybeth

Irving's The Fourth Hand tells the story of an anchor man who loses a hand when it is bitten off by a lion and the ultimate way that this event changes him.  It is quintessential Irving in that the story is somewhat bizarre, at times raunchy, humorous, but always interesting.  I only gave the book a 3 (I enjoyed it) rating because it is not one of Irving's best, I would recommend it if you are a fan.  If not, then always start with The World According to Garp.
 

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