The Night Guest
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
256
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 2010s
2013
Adult
18+ years
The Night Guest by Fiona McFarlane follows Ruth, an elderly woman living alone, as she grapples with the boundaries between reality and illusion. Her life is disrupted by the mysterious presence of a tiger and Frida, an enigmatic caregiver. The novel explores themes of aging, vulnerability, and trust in a setting that blurs the line between imagination and reality.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Contemplative
Melancholic
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Fiona McFarlane’s The Night Guest is praised for its atmospheric storytelling and exploration of aging and trust. Critics commend its suspenseful and haunting narrative, though some find the pacing uneven. The novel deftly balances reality and the surreal, drawing readers into the protagonist's unsettling world.
A reader who enjoys psychological thrillers and introspective narratives, akin to The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes, would appreciate The Night Guest by Fiona McFarlane. Fans of atmospheric tales, exploring themes of memory and aging, will find its enigmatic storytelling engaging.
6,846 ratings
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256
Novel • Fiction
Australia • 2010s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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