**** RECOMMEND ****
Man Booker Prize : 2011 Winner
Tournament of Books : 2012
Tournament of Books : 2012
Barely a novella ~
But every word is worthwhile.
I was a little worried when review blurb talked about “stunning psychological and emotional depth and sophistication” and references to “memory, ageing, time and remorse” had me worried that it was like previous winner “The Gathering” by Anne Enright (yuk).
I prefer to quote from a San Francisco Chronicle review that says : “At 163 pages ... it is the longest book I have ever read ..” because this is a deliciously intense read. Such an elegant, polished writing style where every word/sentence seems to resonate.
But while it is complex and skilful writing, the narrative itself shines clear. It is a subtle reveal in a tidy package.
