Set in upstate New York, I Know This Much Is True tells the story of the relationship between twin brothers Dominick and Thomas Birdsey. The story takes place in the 1960s but begins with Dominick being released from prison after serving time for murdering their brother, Teddy. He returns to his childhood home. He is welcomed by his adoptive mother and his brother. Who has changed significantly in the five years he’s been away.
Overview About “I Know This Much Is True” by “Wally Lamb”
Wally Lamb, whose second novel, She’s Come Undone, was a bestseller, decided to title his third book with a line from Hamlet. She’s Come Undone is a story about a troubled young woman who struggles to find her identity and comes undone as she grows up. I Know This Much Is True is about identical twins Dominick and Thomas Birdsey. While both share many of their features with each other. They couldn’t be more different when it comes to life experiences and personality. They are so different that they are not even able to live together despite being lovers. Because they end up fighting all the time whenever they’re together in one place.
Reviews About “I Know This Much Is True” by “Wally Lamb”
I Know This Much is True is a gripping story that explores heavy themes with unflinching honesty. It tackles issues such as bullying, sexism, religious fanaticism, mental illness. And violence with poise and delivers an unexpected twist that will leave you reeling. It’s hard to believe IKNMTIT was Lamb’s debut novel. It’s so well-written and masterfully crafted, it easily could have been written by a seasoned author. The characterization is incredibly vivid, aided in part by some of the strongest dialogue I’ve read in a long time.
About “Wally Lamb” the author of “I Know This Much Is True”
Wally Lamb is an American author and scholar. She is best known for his novels. She’s Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True. A professor of English at Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT, he is also a prolific lecturer. He has served as a visiting writer or lecturer at over fifty schools and universities including Yale University, Harvard University, Drew University, and Washington & Jefferson College. Born on February 8th, 1950 in Stamford Connecticut as Walter Steven Lamb Jr., he earned both a Bachelor’s Degree from Kent State University (1971) and a Master’s Degree from Long Island University (1972). He then went on to earn his Ph.D. in English literature from Washington & Jefferson College in 1977.
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