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Originally Posted by Emma PS has anyone read 'The Remains of the Day'? Dunno why but I suddenly have the urge to read it. |
TRotD is gorgeous - lyrical, poignant, tragic.
Other recommendations -
Paul Theroux "My secret history" (dark, compelling and disturbing - "Mosquito Coast" is also great, and his travel writing is very evocative)
Yann Martell "Life of Pi" (wierd but very readable fable)
"Wobegon Boy" and "Radio Days" by Garrison Keillor if you want something lighter
"Against a Dark Background" by Ian M Banks (His science fiction is better than his conventional fiction, and this book is stunning)
The Robertson Davies trilogies ("Deptford trilogy", "Cornish Trilogy") are excellent too.
Enjoy!!