47 pages 1 hour read

Timothy Findley

Not Wanted on the Voyage

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1984

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Timothy Findley's Not Wanted on the Voyage is praised for its imaginative retelling of the Noah's Ark story, enriched with human and mythical elements. Readers commend its rich character development and intricate themes. However, some find its dark tone and shifts in narrative perspective jarring. Overall, it is a bold, thought-provoking novel that challenges conventional narratives.

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Who Should Read Not Wanted on the Voyage?

Readers who appreciate darkly reimagined biblical tales, rich character development, and social criticism will enjoy Timothy Findley's Not Wanted on the Voyage. Similar in tone and depth to Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale and Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go, this novel is ideal for fans of speculative and thought-provoking fiction.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Magical Realism
Fantasy
Historical Fiction
Topics
Religion / Spirituality