monoceros blogsCountry of Origin is probably one of the few novels I'll get to read for pleasure this semester; the bulk of my reading will be for school, although I'm sure some of the books will be terrific.
Don Lee is the editor of Ploughshares, esteemed literary journal in the US. He's also the author of acclaimed short story collection Yellow. I read several of his short stories and have recently completed the novel, which was an excellent read. Part mystery, part literary fiction - my kind of book. Compelling elements set against the backdrop of Japan in the 80s - a little speeding incident; deception; death; missing persons; spooks (aka CIA agents); exclusive lounges in Japan with a couple of gaijin hostesses.
I picked up the novel from the library on Monday and finished it on Saturday night. Looks like I might be able to get that introduction for him done soon.
Posted by Monoceros at January 8, 2005 10:59 PMyou read fast! happy writing!
Posted by: tiggie at January 12, 2005 4:02 PMI don't really read that fast, which is why this particular read amazed me - that I could finish it so quickly.
Posted by: monoceros at January 12, 2005 4:13 PMwill try and see if i can find this book in the library!
Posted by: dsd at January 12, 2005 7:48 PMif you don't find it, i'll lend you mine later this year.
Posted by: monoceros at January 12, 2005 11:15 PM