Asymmetry

Name: Asymmetry
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781783783625
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By Lisa Halliday

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Summary

Asymmetry by Lisa Halliday explores the intricate relationship between a young editor and an older, celebrated author. The novel delves into themes of power and imbalance through two seemingly unrelated narratives, woven together subtly to examine the complexities of love and authenticity in a modern world. This thoughtful and cleverly constructed book offers a unique take on how personal and political lives intersect.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate narratives exploring the complexities of relationships and power dynamics. The story delves into the asymmetrical interactions between characters across two seemingly disconnected tales, offering a unique perspective on love, ethics, and identity. It blends rich storytelling with thought-provoking themes, appealing to those who enjoy contemporary fiction that challenges traditional structures.

Asymmetry

'I loved, admired and envied this novel, it's a wonder.' - Zadie Smith: One of the most talked about books of the year, a dazzling, provocative novel from a major new international writer of rare and extraordinary talent.

'I LOVED, ADMIRED AND ENVIED THIS NOVEL, IT'S A WONDER' ZADIE SMITH: One of the most talked about books of the year, a dazzling, provocative novel from a major new international writer of rare and extraordinary talent

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A scorchingly intelligent first novel - New York Times

Spellbinding - New Yorker

Thrilling - Guardian

In New York, Alice, a young editor, begins an affair with Ezra Blazer, a world-famous, much older writer.

At Heathrow airport, Amar, an Iraqi-American economist en route to Kurdistan, is detained by immigration. Somehow their lives are connected, in this unconventional love story that has things to say about all of contemporary life.

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Lisa Halliday's Asymmetry is praised for its unique structure and insightful exploration of power imbalances between cultures and individuals. Many reviewers commend its clever and provocative narrative, which is both absorbing and thought-provoking. The novel has been described as elegantly written, blending humour and profound insights with a striking examination of societal power dynamics. It's celebrated as a stunning debut with standout writing, intriguing characters, and a narrative that challenges readers to think deeply.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783783625

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 November 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 204g

Pages: 288

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Fiction General Fiction Lisa Halliday Literary Fiction

About the Author

Lisa Halliday has worked as a freelance editor and translator in Milan, where she lives with her husband. Her short story 'Stump Louie' appeared in The Paris Review in 2005, and she received a Whiting Award for Fiction in 2017. Asymmetry is her first novel.