When We Were Orphans by Kazuo Ishiguro
Set against the backdrop of interwar England and war-torn Shanghai, this novel follows the life of Christopher Banks, a renowned detective haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his parents during his childhood in China. As he navigates the complexities of his profession and personal life, Banks is driven by an unwavering determination to unravel the truth behind his parents' vanishing. His journey is a poignant exploration of memory, identity, and the elusive nature of truth, as he confronts the shadows of his past and the illusions of his present, ultimately questioning the very foundations of his existence.
- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 320-340
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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