Never Let Me Go
Never Let Me Go
Kazuo Ishiguro
Jack Edwards
Has some great twists and turns. - Jack Edwards
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Never Let Me Go

Never Let Me Go

Kazuo Ishiguro
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Kazuo Ishiguro
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In the verdant countryside of England lies Hailsham, an idyllic boarding school shrouded in mystery, where children are insulated from the outside world and nurtured to become the epitome of excellence. Among them is Kathy, who, alongside her friends Ruth and Tommy, experiences the bittersweet bloom of youth, love, and friendship under the watchful eyes of their guardians. Yet, beneath the surface of their cloistered existence, lies a harrowing truth that challenges the very essence of their humanity. "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro is a masterful tapestry of innocence lost and the poignant quest for identity, set against a dystopian backdrop that mirrors our darkest fears and highest hopes. As Kathy's journey unfolds from the confines of Hailsham to the stark realities of the outside world, Ishiguro weaves a narrative that is both haunting and deeply moving. It is a story that delves into the complexities of love, the pain of abandonment, and the indomitable spirit to seek truth amidst deception. With its elegant prose and profound themes, "Never Let Me Go" is not just a novel—it is a profound exploration of what it means to be human, challenging readers to confront the ethical ambiguities of science and society. Ishiguro's masterpiece is a subtle critique of our times, a reflection on memory and mortality, and ultimately, a compelling tale of hope and redemption.

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Released
2005
5 Apr
Length
288
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Has some great twists and turns. - Jack Edwards
Memories, even your most precious ones, fade surprisingly quickly. But I don’t go along with that. The memories I value most, I don’t ever see them fading.
— Kazuo Ishiguro, Never Let Me Go

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