The book of the year for me would have to be Erin Morgenstern’s, The Night Circus. It is a story full of whimsy and magic, and is moreover, set far back in the late nineteenth century — ingredients that normally do not appeal to me — but here, I am captivated as soon as I begin to read. With great skill, the author draws the reader into the illusion of the tale and it is with little resistance that even a sceptical reader like me soon surrenders all disbelief and is immersed in the current of the narrative. It is a vast story, although a simple one at the core, and could have been a cumbersome read. Yet, on the other hand, it is almost a page-turner; once you begin to read, it is hard to stop. The language is crisp and engaging and the pace of the narrative keeps the tension taut. All in all, a great read and I would recommend it enthusiastically.
In the coming year, I am looking forward to Aruni Kashyap’s debut novel, scheduled to be out sometime mid-year.
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