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The Overwhelming

J. T. Rogers

200796 pagesabout 1–2 hours
2007
first published
  • 2007Faber & Faber · 160 pages · ENGISBN 9780865479746
  • 2007Faber & Faber · 96 pages · ENGISBN 9780571233670

Seizing the opportunity to research a book, Jack Exley uproots his family from Illinois to Rwanda in early 1994. Alarmingly out of depth, Jack begins a fervent search for his dear and missing friend while his wife and teenage son find trouble of their own. As Jack involves himself in the local politics, he discovers a pattern of brutality and beliefs that jeopardizes the lives of everyone around him.

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ViolenceFrequent

When and where

ThemesWar

Content notes

  • Warmoderateunreviewed
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