In a Strange Room

In a Strange Room

2010 • 180 pages

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Average rating3.3

15

Written in a sparse and minimalist prose the book is somewhat reminiscent of Cormack McCarthy's - The Road, although not as apocalyptic. The protagonist, Damon, spends most of its time on the move, looking for rest by the quiet rhythm of the hike. The hikes however became adventures that only brought more restlessness.

The novel is a triptych focusing on 3 journeys that require a very different role from Damon. All closing in a grande finale.

A rich story which finds its strength more in the stillness than an overflow of words.

February 9, 2012