Books matching: shifting narrative perspective
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Save:A beautifully written, Booker-winning exploration of memory and history with a bold, uncompromising heroine - Moon Tiger is brilliant if you like your fiction thoughtful and challenging, but may not win over those who need sympathetic characters or linear storytelling.
‘I’m writing a history of the world,’ she says. And the hands of the nurse are arrested for a moment; she looks down at this old woman, this old ill woman. ‘Well, my goodness,’ the nurse says. ‘That’s... - #2
Save:A smart, symbolic exploration of identity and gender, brimming with Atwood’s trademark wit - great for readers who love clever literary fiction and don’t mind a book that’s more about ideas than plot twists.
I know I was all right on Friday when I got up; if anything I was feeling more stolid than usual. When I went out to the kitchen to get breakfast Ainsley was there, moping: she said she had been to a... - #3
Save:A strange, semi-autobiographical sci-fi novel pulsing with paranoia and big cosmic ideas - fascinating for fans, but an acquired taste. Start with his classics before diving in.
My friend Nicholas Brady, who in his own mind helped save the world, was born in Chicago in 1928 but then moved right to California. Most of his life was spent in the Bay Area, especially in Berkeley.... - #4
Save:A gorgeously written, emotionally rich twist on a Shakespearean classic - perfect for fans of literary fantasy and those who love stories told from the underdog's perspective.
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Save:A darkly funny, deeply moving, and unforgettable coming-of-age story. Give it a try - Edgar Mint is a character and a journey you won’t soon forget.
IF I COULD tell you only one thing about my life it would be this: when I was seven years old the mailman ran over my head. As formative events go, nothing else comes close; my careening, zigzag exist... - #6
Save:A devilishly smart, quick read that's both fun and thought-provoking - perfect for fans of trickster tales and philosophical banter.
I DON’T DO EVIL when I’m not on duty, just as prostitutes tend not to have sex on their days off. My ideal off-shift day starts with a hot bath and the scent of black tea, followed by an hour on my ba...
(Also, see 7 recommendations for the series Saloninus ) - #7
Save:A well-written, twisty and intense thriller-romance hybrid that’s best for readers who love antiheroes and complex emotional journeys, but its style and content won’t work for everyone.
Natalya Tsvetnenko glanced around the packed concert hall, seeking one face among many. The July mid-year launch of the Victorian Philharmonic Orchestra’s program was taking place on an unseasonably w... - #8
Save:A dark, brilliantly structured literary puzzle - compelling, disturbing, and deeply rewarding for those who love complex, ambiguous fiction.
I shook his hand for the first time in the spring of 1967. I was a second-year student at Columbia then, a know-nothing boy with an appetite for books and a belief (or delusion) that one day I would b... - #9
Save:In "Lord of Emperors," the second installment in The Sarantine Mosaic series by Guy Gavriel Kay, readers follow Crispin the mosaicist as he navigates court intrigue, brewing wars, and rivalries in the city of Sarantium. As Crispin works on his masterpiece mosaic in the cathedral, the story unfolds with rich character development and unexpected plot twists. The book is praised for its beautiful writing style, detailed descriptions, and the way it weaves together the lives of various characters against the backdrop of the Byzantine-inspired setting.
The narrative is filled with personal drama on a grand scale, focusing on themes of life, love, ambition, and artistry. Through multiple perspectives, including that of Crispin, the doctor Rustem, and other significant figures, the story explores the complexities of relationships, power dynamics, and the impact of personal choices on larger events. The book culminates in a climactic and emotional ending that leaves readers captivated and eager for more.
Amid the first hard winds of winter, the King of Kings of Bassania, Shirvan the Great, Brother to the Sun and Moons, Sword of Perun, Scourge of Black Azal, left his walled city of Kabadh and journeyed...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Sarantine Mosaic ) - #10
Save:'King of Shadows' by Susan Cooper is a young adult historical fiction novel that follows the story of Nat Field, a talented orphan actor who is chosen to perform in a Shakespearean play at the Globe Theatre in London. However, when Nat falls ill and slips into a coma, he wakes up to find himself transported back in time to 1599 Elizabethan England. In this new time period, Nat befriends William Shakespeare himself and must navigate the world of acting while protecting his true identity. The book beautifully captures the sights, sounds, and smells of Elizabethan London, providing a detailed look into Shakespeare's theatre and production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.
The narrative style of 'King of Shadows' shifts between present-day Nat's point of view and his experiences in 1599, creating a captivating story that delves into the complexities of time travel, friendship, and father-son relationships. The book masterfully weaves together elements of historical fiction, fantasy, and coming-of-age themes, offering readers a unique and engaging perspective on Shakespearean England through the eyes of a young actor.
Tag. The little kids' game, plain ordinary old tag, that's what he had us playing. Even though none of us was younger than eleven, and the older ones were big as men. Gil Warmun even had a triangle of...
