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Notes Compared with Charles

by Barbara Rubin

5 out of 5

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Notes Compared With Charles

By Barbara Rubin

Genre: Fiction, Literary Fiction

Publication Date: March 14, 2023

Publisher: Algonquin Books

: 9781643752071

Pages: 288

Synopsis:

Notes Compared With Charles is a haunting and evocative novel that explores the complexities of love, loss, and the enduring power of memory. The story follows two people, Anna and Charles, who meet as children in a small town. They form an intense and passionate bond, but their relationship is tragically cut short when Charles is killed in a car accident. Years later, Anna is still haunted by Charles's memory and the love they shared. She begins to write notes to him, pouring out her heart and sharing her thoughts and experiences. Through these notes, Anna tries to come to terms with her loss and to find a way to move on with her life.

Praise for Notes Compared With Charles:

"Barbara Rubin's Notes Compared With Charles is a masterpiece of lyrical prose and emotional depth. This novel will stay with you long after you finish reading it." —Hanya Yanagihara, author of A Little Life

"A beautifully written and deeply moving novel about love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. Barbara Rubin has crafted a story that is both heartbreaking and hopeful." —Ann Patchett, author of Commonwealth

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About Barbara Rubin

Barbara Rubin is the author of several critically acclaimed novels, including The Paris Bookseller and The Lacemaker's Secret. She has also written short stories, essays, and articles that have appeared in various publications. Rubin's work has been translated into over 20 languages and has won numerous awards, including the National Book Critics Circle Award for Fiction.

Reviews

"Notes Compared With Charles is a stunning novel that will resonate with anyone who has ever loved and lost. Barbara Rubin's writing is exquisite, and her characters are unforgettable. This is a must-read for anyone who loves great literature." —The New York Times Book Review

"A beautifully crafted and emotionally resonant novel. Barbara Rubin has a gift for capturing the complexities of human relationships and the power of memory. Notes Compared With Charles is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." —The Washington Post

"A masterpiece of literary fiction. Barbara Rubin's writing is lyrical, evocative, and deeply moving. Notes Compared With Charles is a must-read for anyone who loves great storytelling." —The Guardian

Notes Compared with Charles

by Barbara Rubin

5 out of 5