The Namesake - Jhumpa Lahiri
The Namesake by Jhumpa LahiriIf you're looking for a fast paced, action packed thriller, this is not for you. However, if you are looking for a beautifully written, "not much happens except real life" story that follows life rather than a plot, this one IS for you. This book follows an Indian couple who moves to Campbridge, MA after their arranged marriage. It then follows the life of their son -- and his constant struggle with the name his parents have given him.
Ms. Lahiri won a Pulitzer for her collection of stories, "The Interpreter of Maladies" -- I have that on my shelf to read, too.
APPROVED!
posted by L @ 8/14/2005 06:14:00 PM
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I really enjoyed this book. I especially enjoyed reading it at the Sandals in the Bahamas...sigh.
The characters were very lifelike and interesting, and I felt as though I was given a glimpse of another culture. APPROVED!
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