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The Tiger's Wife: A Novel
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“Téa Obreht is the most thrilling literary discover in years.”—Colum McCann
“Stunning . . . a richly textured and searing novel.”—Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times
“[Téa Obreht] has a talent for subtle plotting that eludes most writers twice her age, and her descriptive powers suggest a kind of channeled genius. . . . No novel [this year] has been more satisfying.”—Sam Sacks, The Wall Street Journal
“Spectacular . . . [Obreht] spins a tale of such marvel and magic in a literary voice so enchanting that the mesmerized reader wants her never to stop. [Grade:] A”—Entertainment Weekly
“So rich with themes of love, legends and mortality that every novel that comes after it this year is in peril of falling short in comparison with its uncanny beauty . . . Not since Zadie Smith has a young writer arrived with such power and grace.”—Time
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NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
In a Balkan country mending from war, Natalia, a young doctor, is compelled to unravel the mysterious circumstances surrounding her beloved grandfather’s recent death. Searching for clues, she turns to his worn copy of The Jungle Book and the incredible stories he told her of his encounters over the years with “the deathless man,” a vagabond who claimed to be immortal. But the most extraordinary story of all is the one her grandfather never told her, the one Natalia must discover for herself—the legend of the tiger’s wife.
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Téa Obrecht can certainly write. And her sentence can be equally long and equally artful as the one from Gabriel Garcia Márquez, whom she admires so much. The book was highly praised by the critics and also followed with a small hype in author's city of birth, in which I happened to live for a long time, including the possible time of the main book plot.
With high expectations, I couldn't wait for German, Serbian or Croatian translation of the book, so I ordered it, almost a year ago. I have read it, and I was disappointed. Maybe I am too biased, I thought, and I decided to read it again, since the hype was still ongoing. Still, I am disappointed, and that's why I am writing this post.
I see three flaws in the book:
1. There are many storylines, but the storytelling is flat, and doesn't push the reader to follow any of them. The stories never come to a common point, and there is an impression that the writer has included some of them just to increase the size of the book. At the end the reader doesn't know what it was all about.
2. The characters are mostly oversimplified and emotionless. Natalia, as narrator, is like a teenage brat, capable just for indignation of all the time.
3. The link to Balkans is completely confused. The mixture of fiction and reality is surreal and sometimes almost unbearable. Since there was no intention of the author to create completely new "Balkan" land, but to describe something called Yugoslavia in 20th century, I must object her interpretation. Despite all advertising, I couldn't recognize what was the intention of the writer to provide such mishmash. The names of the places, which are linguistically strange, the old superstitions, mostly not existent, the historical background and circumstances, partially correct, partially impossible, are mixed in such a way, making clear enormous distance between the young American writer and her "Balkan" descent. Everyone who recommends "The Tiger's wife" for picturing Balkans can use "The Lord of the Rings" as guide to Great Britain, as well.
Because of my personal "bias", I am giving the book 3 stars, but my personal opinion is that it is just 2 stars worth.
With high expectations, I couldn't wait for German, Serbian or Croatian translation of the book, so I ordered it, almost a year ago. I have read it, and I was disappointed. Maybe I am too biased, I thought, and I decided to read it again, since the hype was still ongoing. Still, I am disappointed, and that's why I am writing this post.
I see three flaws in the book:
1. There are many storylines, but the storytelling is flat, and doesn't push the reader to follow any of them. The stories never come to a common point, and there is an impression that the writer has included some of them just to increase the size of the book. At the end the reader doesn't know what it was all about.
2. The characters are mostly oversimplified and emotionless. Natalia, as narrator, is like a teenage brat, capable just for indignation of all the time.
3. The link to Balkans is completely confused. The mixture of fiction and reality is surreal and sometimes almost unbearable. Since there was no intention of the author to create completely new "Balkan" land, but to describe something called Yugoslavia in 20th century, I must object her interpretation. Despite all advertising, I couldn't recognize what was the intention of the writer to provide such mishmash. The names of the places, which are linguistically strange, the old superstitions, mostly not existent, the historical background and circumstances, partially correct, partially impossible, are mixed in such a way, making clear enormous distance between the young American writer and her "Balkan" descent. Everyone who recommends "The Tiger's wife" for picturing Balkans can use "The Lord of the Rings" as guide to Great Britain, as well.
Because of my personal "bias", I am giving the book 3 stars, but my personal opinion is that it is just 2 stars worth.
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The one thing I like about The Tiger's Wife is that it is a beautifully written book. In fact, it is mesmerizing. I am awed by the creative mind of the author. Besides, it is a first book. It provides a fascinating insight into the Balkans and the myths or superstitions that abound there. The author conveys the deep message behind the story, which explains not only the resilience of the area but also the ravages that it has been subjected to throughout its turbulent history. Tea moved from the present to the past in an effortless manner, crafting characters that are both imposing and colorful.
The way the real and the mythical are blended together in this story written by its promising author reminds me of Disciples of Fortune. The plot in this story is brilliant and the setting carries the day. The Balkans is a puzzling part of Europe. The writing itself is excellent. This is a book to read again.
The way the real and the mythical are blended together in this story written by its promising author reminds me of Disciples of Fortune. The plot in this story is brilliant and the setting carries the day. The Balkans is a puzzling part of Europe. The writing itself is excellent. This is a book to read again.
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I had a hard time deciding whether I should give this book 4 or 3 stars, since I am in two minds about it. Let it be 3,5.
The novel is well-crafted, no doubt. The writing is eloquent, direct, at times evocative and slightly macabre. The novel is complex, multi-layered, rich in authentic cultural details. Eastern European legends and believes haunt the narration and give the entire book a magical, otherwoldly touch, while honest account of the Balkan war adds real-life credibility to it. Actually, the memories of Natalia, the book's protagonist, about her teenage years in the City (Belgrade?) torn apart by war, constitute the best part of the book (in my opinion). I was equally moved by the very special and gentle relationship that Natalia had with her grandfather. This dimension of the book - personal, touching, very human - appealed to me the most. I wish the author would have given Natalia more attention and more space - her story intrigued me much more than the one of the title character, the tiger's wife, whose persona I perceive as rather fragmented and incomprehensive.
I wish other storylines were as moving as Natalia's. Although the novel kept me interested and thrilled, it failed to touch me on a deeper level and move me emotionally. The ending seemed rather obscure, and now I am left with a question: what is the main message and purpose of the book exactly? Is it about death? Is it about multiplicy of narratives in life? Is it about the interplay of reality and superstition? I cannot see what is missing, and I also cannot feel it...
The novel is well-crafted, no doubt. The writing is eloquent, direct, at times evocative and slightly macabre. The novel is complex, multi-layered, rich in authentic cultural details. Eastern European legends and believes haunt the narration and give the entire book a magical, otherwoldly touch, while honest account of the Balkan war adds real-life credibility to it. Actually, the memories of Natalia, the book's protagonist, about her teenage years in the City (Belgrade?) torn apart by war, constitute the best part of the book (in my opinion). I was equally moved by the very special and gentle relationship that Natalia had with her grandfather. This dimension of the book - personal, touching, very human - appealed to me the most. I wish the author would have given Natalia more attention and more space - her story intrigued me much more than the one of the title character, the tiger's wife, whose persona I perceive as rather fragmented and incomprehensive.
I wish other storylines were as moving as Natalia's. Although the novel kept me interested and thrilled, it failed to touch me on a deeper level and move me emotionally. The ending seemed rather obscure, and now I am left with a question: what is the main message and purpose of the book exactly? Is it about death? Is it about multiplicy of narratives in life? Is it about the interplay of reality and superstition? I cannot see what is missing, and I also cannot feel it...
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