Cover of the book Submarine
Critically acclaimed
Has film adaptation
Buy on Amazon

Already read? Rate it!

Submarine

byJoe Dunthorne

Who is this book for? Readers who enjoy humorous coming-of-age stories with a focus on family dynamics and teenage relationships.

Topics FamilyIdentityLove
MoodHumorous, Light-hearted, Reflective
HumorOccasional Humor
RomanceMajor Subplot
Explicit scenesSuggestive Themes
'Are we making a bomb?' 'This is a trust exercise, like in drama,' she says. 'Are we making a bomb as a trust exercise?'Fifteen-year-old Oliver Tate is terrified that his family is falling apart. He fears for his depressed father and is convinced that his mother is having an affair with her capoeira teacher. Deciding that it is down to him alone to save his parents' marriage, Oliver sets out on a campaign to rescue it while also embarking on an even more ambitious goal: to lose his virginity before he's sixteen to the seductive but slightly pyromaniacal Jordana . . .'The sharpest, funniest, rudest account of a troubled teenager's coming of age since The Catcher in the Rye' Independent 'A brilliant first novel by a young man of ferocious comic talent' The Times

Language

en

Published on

06/06/2019

Pages

304

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9780241986462

Price Comparison

Books similar to Submarine

If you enjoyed readingSubmarine by Joe Dunthorne, you may also like some of the following books.


Award Winning Literature

Step into the world of **Award Winning Literature books**, where every page resonates with excellence and acclaim. These books have not only captured the hearts of readers but have also been recognized by prestigious literary awards.

Show all

LGBTQ+

Discover a vibrant collection of LGBTQ+ books that celebrate diverse voices and experiences. Whether you're seeking inspiring coming-out stories or exploring the rich tapestry of queer romances, our selection offers something for every reader.

Show all