Eleanor Catton
Eleanor Catton is a contemporary author best known for her second novel, 'The Luminaries,' which won the 2013 Man Booker Prize, making her the youngest winner in the award's history at the age of 28. Born on September 24, 1985, in London, Ontario, Canada, and raised in New Zealand, Catton's work is recognized for its intricate plotting and depth of characterization. Her debut novel, 'The Rehearsal,' published in 2008, also received critical acclaim.
Books
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1. The Luminaries
Set during the New Zealand Gold Rush of the 19th century, this novel follows Walter Moody, a prospector who stumbles upon a secret meeting of twelve local men who are trying to solve a series of unsolved crimes. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the crimes, which include a rich man's disappearance, a prostitute's attempted suicide, and a huge fortune found in a drunkard's cottage, are all interconnected. The novel's complex narrative structure, which uses astrology to organize its characters and events, adds another layer of intrigue to the story.
