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The World According to Garp

Young Adult Fiction 320

If only we lived our lives according to Garp!

February 05, 2010 (Updated: June 07, 2026)

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Reader reviewed by T.T.A

I wasn't kidding when I wrote the title if only we lived our lives according to Garp. I'd like to live in the insane world that he inhabits!

The World According to Garp is ingenious, funny and entertainingly odd. The book chronicles the life of one T.S Garp. The book is far too unique for an outwright synopsis but know this; from his conception, childhood love, writing career and death, you will encounter situations you've never heard of or could imagine. A mourner author in drag at his mother's funeral, a short story about old circus performers and a bear...these are just a few of the crazy moments in the novel. Filled with memorable characters and situations, this is one coming of age story you can't miss.

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