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“The afternoon had passed to a ghostly gray. She was struck by the immensity of things, so much water and sky and forest, and after a time it occurred to her that she’d lived a life almost entirely indoors. Her memories were indoor memories, fixed by ceilings and plastered white walls. Her whole life had been locked to geometries: suburban rectangles, city squares. First the house she’d grown up in, then dorms and apartments. The open air had been nothing but a medium of transit, a place for rooms to exist.”

Quote by Tim O'Brien

Work

In the Lake of the Woods

In this gripping psychological thriller, the story unfolds as a husband and wife grapple with the aftermath of their young son's disappearance in the wilderness. Set against the backdrop of a small Minnesota town and a remote lake, the narrative explores themes of guilt, fear, and the elusive nature of truth. The novel is known for its intricate plot and profound character development, offering readers a compelling and thought-provoking reading experience. more

Author

Tim O'Brien
Tim O'Brien

Tim O'Brien is an American novelist born on October 1, 1946. His works, set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, explore themes of war and memory through personal experiences and fictional narratives. O'Brien's writing style is unique, utilizing nonlinear storytelling and metafictional techniques. more

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