The Bird in the Night
The Bird in the Night by Alan Sullivan is a novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the human condition. The story follows the protagonist, a young woman named Sarah, as she navigates her way through a series of tragic events that test her faith and resilience. Through her journey, Sarah grapples with the idea of mortality and the fragility of life, all while searching for meaning and purpose in a seemingly chaotic world. The novel is written in a lyrical and introspective style, with vivid descriptions of nature and the emotional depth of its characters. Sullivan's use of language creates a sense of intimacy and connection between the reader and the narrative, making it easy to become fully immersed in the story. Overall, The Bird in the Night is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged novel that will resonate with readers who appreciate literary fiction and introspective storytelling.
By Alan Sullivan · First published 1987 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Suspense · 224 words
First lines
Serie: The White Canoe And other Verse
Once long ago, a summer night in June,
When earth lay still beneath a waning moon.
And never sound or rustle in the wood
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The Bird in the Night is listed on Textopian as a short story by Alan Sullivan, dated 1987 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Alan Sullivan
- Date: 1987 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Suspense, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 224 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The book involves the unraveling of undisclosed information about an event happening in the night concerning a bird.
- Thriller — The book generates tension and excitement through its narrative, which usually involves dangerous situations or crime.
- Suspense — The unknown situation about the bird in the night creates an environment of uncertainty and anxiety.
- Adventure — The story incorporates an element of journey or quest that can be considered adventurous.
Tags
mystery · thriller · noir · detective · crime · literary fiction · magic realism · surrealism · symbolism · psychological · emotional · introspective