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The Crow Road

'One of the best opening lines of any novel' Guardian
By Iain Banks
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The Crow Road by Iain Banks is a riveting exploration of family, memory, and mystery. It follows Prentice McHoan, a young Scotsman, as he navigates the complexities of adulthood and uncovers secrets from his family's past. The narrative is a blend of introspective journey and gripping mystery, set against the backdrop of the rugged Scottish landscape.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a blend of mystery, family drama, and dark humour, all wrapped in the exploration of themes like life, death, and self-discovery. With its richly drawn characters and intriguing plot twists, it offers a captivating journey through both the present and the past.

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The Crow Road

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'One of the best opening lines of any novel' Guardian

'It was the day my grandmother exploded. I sat in the crematorium, listening to my Uncle Hamish quietly snoring in harmony to Bach's Mass in B Minor, and I reflected that it always seemed to be death that drew me back to Gallanach.'

Prentice McHoan has returned to the bosom of his complex but enduring Scottish family. Full of questions about the McHoan past, present and future, he is also deeply preoccupied: mainly with death, sex, drink, God and illegal substances...

Praise for Iain Banks:

'The most imaginative novelist of his generation' The Times

'His verve and talent will always be recognised, and his work will always find and enthral new readers' Ken MacLeod, Guardian

'His work was mordant, surreal, and fiercely intelligent' Neil Gaiman

'An exceptional wordsmith' Scotsman

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The Crow Road by Iain Banks is praised for its rich, warm storytelling and complex characters, offering both humour and enchantment. Critics highlight its energy and wit, showcasing Banks's skill at weaving a detailed, evocative narrative that captures the essence of growing up. The novel blends factual with poetic, integrating themes of love, lust, and grief with imaginative subtlety, making it a standout work in contemporary Scottish fiction.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349142838

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 November 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Abacus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 398g

Pages: 512

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Fiction General Fiction Iain Banks Literary Fiction

About the Author

Iain Banks came to widespread and controversial public notice with the publication of his first novel, The Wasp Factory, in 1984. He gained enormous popular and critical acclaim for both his mainstream and his science fiction novels. Iain Banks died in June 2013.

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