Category Archives: Richard Yates

A Review of Richard Yates’ Disturbing the Peace

Posted on March 18, 2016 by lfpbe

This is a very detailed review. This novel is character-driven and not the sort that is driven by suspense, but if you do not want to read “spoilers,” I recommend that you avoid this review. What a strange, complicated, and … Continue reading →

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A Review of Richard Yates’ Cold Spring Harbor (by Bethany)

Posted on January 29, 2013 by lfpbe

Can any writer, in the world since 1925, write a novel set on Long Island in which automobiles play a significant role and not prompt a comparison with The Great Gatsby? This question was on my mind by page 2 … Continue reading →

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