A review by ampersandinc
Room on the Sea: Three Novellas by André Aciman

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I was heavily anticipating this collection of 3 novellas, as one of them–THE GENTLEMAN FROM PERU–was released in Europe earlier in 2024 as a standalone novella and I was seeing it included in the annual staff picks of almost every store on that side of the Atlantic I look to for editorial guidance. That novella did not disappoint, blending elements of THE WHITE LOTUS, TALENTED MR. RIPLEY and the Before Trilogy, tied together with Aciman’s writing that skims across the page. The other two novellas included are wonderful as well, but they almost feel like bonus treats are the high of THE GENTLEMAN.