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Fiction1800Thomas Hardy

The Woodlanders

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conornolan · 15 Oct 2026, 12:10 UTC

What would you pair with The Woodlanders for a book-club month? Two different takes on a similar theme could be interesting.

oisin_nolan · 16 Oct 2026, 01:10 UTC

Conor, yes, a spoiler-free discussion would be ideal. I am trying not to look too much up beforehand.

ciaran_ryan · 15 Oct 2026, 16:10 UTC

The Woodlanders is one I am weighing up. A little more variety in the shortlist is always welcome. Glad this is in the pool.

roisinnolan · 16 Oct 2026, 06:10 UTC

Ciaran, agreed on keeping the pitch short. I want a reason to try it without knowing every turn.

fionninwicklow · 15 Oct 2026, 20:10 UTC

For anyone considering The Woodlanders: The pitches in here are useful. A couple of lines about the tone can tell me more than a score.