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The Latinist
A Novel
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The Latinist
An NPR Best Book of 2022 "Ingenious.…a superb literary suspense novel that calls to mind an earlier such debut, Donna Tartt’s The Secret History." —Maureen Corrigan, Washington Post A contemporary reimagining of the Daphne and Apollo myth, The Latinist is a page-turning exploration of power, ambition, and the intertwining of love and obsession.
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Tessa Templeton has thrived at Oxford University under the tutelage and praise of esteemed classics professor Christopher Eccles. And now, his support is the one thing she can rely on: her job search has yielded nothing, and her devotion to her work has just cost her her boyfriend, Ben. Yet shortly before her thesis defence, Tessa learns that Chris has sabotaged her career—and realises their relationship is not at all what she believed.
Driven by what he mistakes as love for Tessa, Chris has ensured that no other institution will offer her a position, keeping her at Oxford with him. His tactics grow more invasive as he determines to prove he has her best interests at heart. Meanwhile, Tessa scrambles to undo the damage—and in the process makes a startling discovery about an obscure second-century Latin poet that could launch her into academic stardom, finally freeing her from Chris's influence.
A contemporary reimagining of the Daphne and Apollo myth, The Latinist is a page-turning exploration of power, ambition, and the intertwining of love and obsession.
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The Latinist by Mark Prins has received praise for its intelligent storytelling and thrilling plot. It has been compared to works by authors such as Donna Tartt and A.S. Byatt for its blend of literary suspense and thriller elements. The novel explores themes of obsession, power dynamics, and academia, skilfully intertwining contemporary and ancient narratives. Reviewers have highlighted its masterful narrative, clever plotting, and the captivating interplay of scholarship and suspense. The book is recognised for its depth and cerebral thrills, making it a notable debut.
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ISBN: 9781324036807
Publisher: WW Norton & Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 September 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: WW Norton & Co
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 211.0mm
Weight: 277g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Mark Prins is a graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and a recipient of fellowships from the Truman Capote Literary Trust, the Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference, and the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.
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