
The Nix
A Novel
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Narrado por:
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Ari Fliakos
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Nathan Hill
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER •
From the suburban Midwest to New York City to the 1968 riots that rocked Chicago and beyond, a novel that explores—with sharp humor and a fierce tenderness—the resilience of love and home, even in times of radical change.
“A mother-son psychodrama with ghosts and politics, but it’s also a tragicomedy about anger and sanctimony in America.... Nathan Hill is a maestro.” —John Irving
It’s 2011, and Samuel Andresen-Anderson—college professor, stalled writer—has a Nix of his own: his mother, Faye. He hasn’t seen her in decades, not since she abandoned the family when he was a boy. Now she’s re-appeared, having committed an absurd crime that electrifies the nightly news, beguiles the internet, and inflames a politically divided country. The media paints Faye as a radical hippie with a sordid past, but as far as Samuel knows, his mother was an ordinary girl who married her high-school sweetheart. Which version of his mother is true? Two facts are certain: she’s facing some serious charges, and she needs Samuel’s help.
To save her, Samuel will have to embark on his own journey, uncovering long-buried secrets about the woman he thought he knew, secrets that stretch across generations and have their origin all the way back in Norway, home of the mysterious Nix. As he does so, Samuel will confront not only Faye’s losses but also his own lost love, and will relearn everything he thought he knew about his mother, and himself.
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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?
No, I felt like it was a waste of my time.What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?
I never found one.What about Ari Fliakos’s performance did you like?
His inflections.Do you think The Nix needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?
To be honest I couldn't listen any longer after 4 hours, but I'd have to say no.Any additional comments?
Maybe I wasn't in a place I could give this book a chance, but after trying a number of times trying to continue I won't be going back.Couldn"t get into it.
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What did you like best about The Nix? What did you like least?
The writing style wasn't for me. The long, drawn-out descriptions just got old. And the narrator, especially at these times, sounded like the guy who was the voice on the old Outer Limits TV show. Just didn't care for it.A drone that went on and on...
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Well woven story superbly narrated.
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Five Stars to the 10th Power!
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This is a captivating story, so five stars for entertainment value alone.
Additional praise for the cultural relevance and brilliant but subtle social commentary on the author's part. It's a novel which stimulates the intellect as well as greatly entertains.
Initially I was put off by the premise, which seemed sprawling and with too many 'ingredients' (60's counterculture! Online gaming! Political injustice! Norwegian folktales! A failed author!) But surprise: these seemingly excessive plot points wove together harmonically. I was pleasantly satisfied to find myself engrossed from the start. And never once needed to compile a cheat sheet of characters' names and contexts.
Lastly, a round of applause for Ari Fliakos, a consistently excellent narrator who has become one of my absolute favorites. Narrators, like foods and wines, are subject to one's personal taste, so I can't guarantee that you will love him as much as I do. Suffice to say I appreciate his talent for conveying the subtleties of character with the appropriate tone. Never over-acts, never annoys me... and most importantly, never performs female voices in a fake, insulting falsetto like 95% of male narrators do.
A solid and exceptional listening experience. A+
Engrossing, transporting, intelligent
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I think he did indeed see that elephant, but focused very much on its dirty ass.
—but in the end, maybe he looked it in the eye.
The elephant:
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What a Lovely, Lovely Book
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A Masterpiece
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A bravura performance of a sad yet authentic coming of age story
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What did you love best about The Nix?
I loved how well the author could put you inside the head of the various characters. And I loved how he was able to make you care about characters in spite of their flaws. It started a bit slow, but I found myself very sad when the story was over.What was one of the most memorable moments of The Nix?
The sections involving Faye in her youth still stick with me. And I am surprised at how many young women I run into who remind me of Sam's student. And now I can laugh even when I am annoyed.Have you listened to any of Ari Fliakos’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
I have not. But I would love to hear more of his performances. I thought he was great.Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
There were so many moments that moved me. I felt close to many of the characters, and I loved the insight into their pains and joys and what made each of them who they are.I didn't want the story to end
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