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Silk - MTI Author: This startling, sensual, hypnotically compelling novel tells a story of adventure, sexual enthrallment, and a love so powerful that it unhinges a man's life. In 1861 French silkworm merchant Hervé Joncour is compelled to travel to Japan, where, in the court of an enigmatic nobleman, he meets a woman. They do not touch; they do not even speak. An... more »
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The story was different. Lacked detail, I thought. I'm wondering if I would have gotten more out of this one if I had read it with a book group or for a class. I always have trouble with translated works.
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Silk is a very quick read, almost a poem, with pictures painted with words. It would be a wonderful book for a couple to read to each other on a romantic evening. I would love to see the movie. The ending is unexpected & beautiful as well. There is a bit of porn but it is well written & essential to the story.
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- Literature & Fiction >> General >> Contemporary
- Literature & Fiction >> General >> Literary
- Literature & Fiction >> Genre Fiction >> Historical