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Bel Canto
by Ann Patchett
Set in a poor, South American country, this book begins with a birthday party being thrown for a Japanese business man in attempt to lure his business to their country. Many other potential investors are invited from all over the world, as well as the guest of honor's favorite opera singer. The evening screeches to a halt when terrorist break into the room and take everyone hostage. The story is about the relationship between the two groups, and how they grow to respect and even love each other.
This book is unique in that there is no main character--instead, there is a cast of characters. The narrative is third person omniscent so we learn a lot about the cast. I thought that was an interesting touch, but I did sort of miss having a main character that I could feel fully invested in.
This book is unique in that there is no main character--instead, there is a cast of characters. The narrative is third person omniscent so we learn a lot about the cast. I thought that was an interesting touch, but I did sort of miss having a main character that I could feel fully invested in.