Mr. Loverman
Bernardine Evaristo
This book explores the life of Barrington Jedidiah Walker, a 74-year-old who leads a double life: he's married with children but secretly gay. With wit and humor, the book delves into the complexities of Barrington's life, exploring themes of sexuality and cultural identity. Evaristo paints a vivid portrait of the West Indian immigrant culture in Britain, uncovering characters lost to history and myth. This poignant novel challenges cultural myths and showcases the consequences of being true to oneself.
Recommendations
2019-12-14T17:57:14.000Z
Post election Saturday night with a book - bliss. And my first recommendation in a long time. The brilliance of ‘Girl, Woman, Other’ tempted me to read @BernardineEvari earlier work. This one is confirming my view that she is one of our most compelling contemporary writers. – source