L'Énigme du retour
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
286
Novel • Fiction
Haiti, Montreal • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
L'Énigme du retour by Dany Laferrière follows a person's journey returning to Haiti after their father's death. It explores themes of identity, memory, and cultural connection as the individual navigates the complexities of belonging and alienation in their homeland. The narrative combines poetic prose with personal reflection, offering an intimate exploration of the immigrant experience.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Emotional
Bittersweet
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Dany Laferrière's L'Énigme du retour offers a poignant exploration of exile and identity. Praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth, the narrative weaves personal and collective histories. Some critics find the pacing uneven, but the novel's introspective nature resonates with readers seeking a meditative story about belonging and self-discovery.
A reader who enjoys L'Énigme du retour by Dany Laferrière likely appreciates introspective narratives exploring identity, exile, and belonging. Fans of works like The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Díaz or Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie may find this book similarly engaging.
2,473 ratings
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286
Novel • Fiction
Haiti, Montreal • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
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