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A review by daphnefrancis
Swimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jedrowski
5.0
Swimming in the Dark is a masterfully crafted spell brimming with anticipation, internal conflict, and tender intimacy. Jedrowski's writing style is poetic and addictive, creating a beautiful intensity between reader and protagonist.
This novel not only explores the relationship between Ludwik and Janusz, but examines Ludwik's complicated, painful relationship with his homeland of Poland, damaged by Soviet control. Ludwik's description of the tense secrecy and fear laced throughout his life is disarming, and adds a layer of torment to his already heartbreaking reality.
Swimming in the Dark is breath-taking and essential. This is the most stunning debut novel I have ever read, and I am beyond excited to see what Jedrowski gifts us with next!
This novel not only explores the relationship between Ludwik and Janusz, but examines Ludwik's complicated, painful relationship with his homeland of Poland, damaged by Soviet control. Ludwik's description of the tense secrecy and fear laced throughout his life is disarming, and adds a layer of torment to his already heartbreaking reality.
Swimming in the Dark is breath-taking and essential. This is the most stunning debut novel I have ever read, and I am beyond excited to see what Jedrowski gifts us with next!