A review by lalalibris
The North China Lover by Marguerite Duras, Leigh Hafrey

3.0

If you enjoyed the film "The Lover," then you may also enjoy this more in-depth review of the author's childhood relationships in French Indochina. Marguerite Duras wrote this towards the end of her life, reflecting on her first experience with love (at a very early age). I found the descriptions of the scenery, Duras' writing style, and the relationship struggles to be the most interesting portions of the book (and they are throughout). This is neither a light book nor for the weak at heart!