''Eagles and Angels'' () is a 2001 novel by the German writer
Juli Zeh
Juli Zeh (, Julia Barbara Finck, née Zeh; born 30 June 1974) is a German writer and judge. She is known for novels such as '' The Method'' (2009), '' Unterleuten'' (2016) and '' About People'' (2021).
Early life and education
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Reception
Josh Lacey
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The Guardian
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'': "Zeh's style is always enjoyable. She writes brittle little sentences, trying to shock and often succeeding. Her characters are vivacious and thrilling; she tussles with big themes, and is fuelled by an admirable fury. But the novel doesn't quite work - the plot has many inconsistencies, the characters aren't entirely credible, the narrative voice strives too hard for effect."
See also
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2001 in literature
This article contains information about the literary events and publications of 2001.
Events
*February 15 – The author Michael Crichton signs a new deal with HarperCollins Publishers that reportedly earns him $40 million for two books.
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German literature
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References
External links
''Eagles and Angels''at the publisher's website
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2001 German novels
German-language novels
Novels by Juli Zeh