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4.18 AVERAGE
4.18 AVERAGE
What i liked best about Interpreter of maladies is that there are so many instances in the book which were relatable to me at so many levels. It tells you that you are not the only one going through it alone. There are others who go through it and deal with in their own unique ways.
Reading this reminded me that I enjoy a good short story even more than a good novel. So, vive la short story! I'm off to find some more.
I found myself a little surprised about how melancholy each of the stories were, some even truly sad. But it was a very unifying experience at the same time... Overall, I thought it was beautiful.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
These short stories are all different but it's a great collection because they feel similar.
I liked how intense the authors voice is and how much the stories hold between the lines as well.
I liked how intense the authors voice is and how much the stories hold between the lines as well.
This is a collection of short stories, all related to people from India who live in the US. Nearly all of the stories are about struggles within a marriage. Even though each chapter is a different story, the book feels fluid, whole and introspective. I'm sure everyone gets something different from it, but for me it is a reminder to drop the stereotypes. Every immigrant is an individual person with struggles and flaws, just like those of us who were born American. Being an immigrant doesn't define a person.
Engrossing stories from India and Boston, rife with details from Indian culture. I think I liked the last story the best.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
The Interpreter of Maladies is one of the most accessible collections of stories that I have ever read. Lahiri's writing is so simple yet dutiful; she succeeds in getting readers to examine the experiences of a diverse array of Indian immigrants and question the nuances of human nature. Each story examines the lives of a unique Indian family assimilating in the US (I believe most of these are in Massachusetts and Connecticut) alongside their observations and interactions with new culture. As mentioned in most reviews of Lahiri's works, one of the most impressive aspects of her craft is how she gently engages her audience, gradually builds a plot with beautiful character development, and gracefully leaves the reader with an outcome that requires some critical thinking.
Most short stories work well as a collection, but in this case, almost each one of the nine could be published individually. On a very petty note, I found myself so invested in each of the families - especially Shukumar and Shoba in A Temporary Matter - that the only criticism I have is that I wished each story was longer.
Highly recommended.
Most short stories work well as a collection, but in this case, almost each one of the nine could be published individually. On a very petty note, I found myself so invested in each of the families - especially Shukumar and Shoba in A Temporary Matter - that the only criticism I have is that I wished each story was longer.
Highly recommended.