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Never Let Me Go

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Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro is a gripping and poignant tale set in a dystopian world where a group of friends at a peculiar boarding school discovers unsettling truths about their purpose in life. The narrative delves into themes of identity, humanity, and the ethics of scientific advancements.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate deeply emotional stories exploring themes of love, memory, and the human condition, combined with a haunting, dystopian backdrop. The narrative offers a thought-provoking and poignant perspective on life and identity.

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Never Let Me Go

A story of love, friendship and memory.

A SUNDAY TIMES TOP 100 NOVEL OF THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY

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Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro is a masterfully crafted novel that transports readers into the lives of a group of students at Hailsham, an ostensibly picturesque boarding school nestled in the English countryside. At first glance, Hailsham seems like an ideal educational institution, fostering creativity and personal development among its pupils. Yet, as the story unfolds, a darker reality emerges - one that profoundly shapes the lives and destinies of its students. Narrated by Kathy H., now 31 years old, the novel delves into her poignant recollections of her time at Hailsham. Kathy attempts to reconcile her often idyllic childhood memories with the chilling future predetermined for her and her closest friends, Tommy and Ruth. The novel meticulously explores their complex relationships, delving into themes of love, friendship, and the essence of being human. With lyrical prose and chilling subtlety, Ishiguro crafts a narrative threaded with a deep sense of unease and the inescapable fragility of life. The students at Hailsham are slowly revealed to be part of a larger, more disturbing social experiment, one that raises critical questions about identity, agency, and ethical responsibility. This haunting and thought-provoking novel captivates the reader from beginning to end, addressing universal themes and ensuring that Kathy’s story lingers long after the final page. Never Let Me Go is celebrated not only for its gripping and emotionally charged plot but also for its profound moral implications and exploration of what it means to truly live and love in an imperfect world. A masterful blend of dystopian fiction and poignant human drama, Never Let Me Go invites readers to contemplate the delicate balance between the past and the future, individual desires, and societal expectations. Through Kathy's eyes, Ishiguro paints a memorable and affecting portrait of the human condition.

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Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro is highly praised for its haunting and thought-provoking narrative. Reviews highlight the book's exploration of memory, loss, and the ethical implications of human cloning. Readers appreciate Ishiguro's compelling prose and the deeply emotional journey of the characters.

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ISBN: 9780571258093

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 February 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 253g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Kazuo Ishiguro is the author of six novels, A Pale View of Hills, An Artist of the Floating World, The Remains of the Day, The Unconsoled, When We Were Orphans and Never Let Me Go. He received an OBE for Services to Literature in 1995, and the French decoration of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 1998.

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