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Lincoln in the Bardo
'Lincoln in the Bardo' by George Saunders tells the story of Abraham Lincoln's grief-stricken visit to the crypt of his young son, Willie, who has recently died. Set in a graveyard that is populated by spirits stuck in the "bardo," the book explores themes of love, loss, and the search for redemption.
I’ll tell you. It was one of the most enjoyable, yet truly weird beyond reads I’ve ever experienced. 10/10 would recommend. Incredible though provoking and not in a way that you would ever expect.
I found it really tedious and obtuse. I know I didn’t give it the attention it deserved but I was soured on it almost from the start. I loved his short stories but this didn’t do it for me.
I wonder if you might like it in audiobook format. The audiobook is a full-cast production, and so many of the characters are really delightful with the voice actors' performances' breath of life in them.
Seconding the audiobook, but would add have the text handy at least at first to get the gist. However, it isn't for everyone. I adored it!