The English Patient
Haunting and lyrical, “The English Patient” weaves a tapestry of love, loss, and identity against the backdrop of World War II. Ondaatje’s prose is a sensory delight, painting vivid landscapes of the Sahara and war-torn Italy. As four damaged souls converge in an abandoned villa, their stories intertwine, revealing the complexities of human connection. I found myself lost in the poetic narrative, feeling the scorching desert heat and the weight of unspoken emotions. A masterpiece that lingers long after the final page.