interpreter of maladies I loved this book. After reading Lahiri's Namesake, I couldn't wait to read this and was not disappointed. I'm so excited that her next book finally came out.
Enchanting I read this book for my Book Club.
I absolutely love Lahiri's writing. Interpreter of Maladies is a series of short stories that are perfectly written.
Writing a short story is extremely difficult and Lahiri is a master. In few pages, she neatly describes a scene, builds a story, describes unforgettable characters, and makes us feel the passion of the moment.
Highly recommended!Just Brilliant *Interpreter of Maladies* is certain to please, understanding that pacing should be slow and deliberate, determination to allow the powerful melancholy soak into you. The low points are in the parallels and apathy in "Durwan" and "Bibi," both stories that I thought could have been edited, or omitted, to the benefit of the overall collection. Nevertheless, "Temporary Matter" sets the tone compellingly, and the final story in the book makes the culmination of content and time all very much worthwhile, satisfying. Accomplished Collection Not usually one to read short stories, I decided to give this collection a chance based on how much I enjoyed Lahiri's second novel, The Namesake. After completing Interpreter of Maladies I am extremely glad I read outside my norm. It can be difficult to find an author who is both an excellent storyteller and accomplished at the actual craft of writing; even more so in the realm of short stories, where conciseness is necessary. Lahiri proves herself to be capable of the task (and in her debut!), managing to tell interesting stories with wonderful characters through eloquent prose.
What I love is that you don't have to be familiar with Indian culture, an immigrant, or a traveler to understand her messages. You just have to be a person that understands what it means to love others, encounter obstacles and to need things. My personal favorite is the story A Temporary Matter, in which a couple experiences a great deal of friction due to a miscarriage. It doesn't matter what nationality you are or whether or not you've ever lost a baby; everyone has felt relationships change or has felt helpless against what they cannot control.
A thoughtful, interesting read by an author that deserves our respect. Deserving of the Pulitzer Wished the stories would never end. Skillful writing, almost poetry. I'm looking forward to her next collection of tales from India.
