The Garden of Evening Mists

Written by:
Tan Twan Eng
Narrated by:
Anna Bentinck

Unabridged Audiobook

Ratings
Book
6
Narrator
2
Release Date
October 2012
Duration
15 hours 40 minutes
Summary
'One of the best novelists writing today' (Philadelphia Inquirer), Tan Twan Eng presents The Garden of Evening Mists, shortlisted for the prestigious Man Booker Prize. In 1951, Yun Ling, the only survivor of a Japanese war camp, seeks shelter with Aritomo, the owner of the only Japanese garden in Malaya. As the months pass, Aritomo and Yun Ling open to each other, revealing life-altering secrets.
Browse By Category
Reviews
Profile Avatar
KT

The writing was beautiful and atmospheric, but a bit overwritten at times. I learned a lot about Malaysia in WWII, art, war and gardening, but it required a great deal of focus from the reader. A tedious, but worthwhile read.

1 book added to cart
Subtotal
$24.99
View Cart