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A richly layered novel set in colonial-era Penang, exploring memory, marriage, art, and the stories that shape a life. Longlisted for the Booker Prize 2023, it follows the lives of real and imagined figures as secrets and histories come to light. A compelling choice for readers who enjoy literary fiction with atmosphere, depth, and historical detail.
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POV: this book quietly rearranges your emotional furniture.
Carefully packed for the next chapter.
