Sunday, February 26, 2012

Open City

Open City by Teju Cole 259 pgs.

Julian is doing is residency in NYC and this book recounts his thoughts and activities for about a year following a breakup.  He is philosophical and busy, visiting friends, taking a trip, going to galleries and shows.  We think we have a pretty good idea of this guy and are saddened when he is injured during a mugging.  Later, a quiet revelation makes us rethink the character and what we know.  Interesting book that I don't want to write too much about for fear of giving something away.  This book goes up against The art of fielding in the upcoming tournament of books.

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