Why people recommend it
A Saint from Texas by Edmund White is a novel that traces the divergent paths of two stepsisters from Texas, following one into high-society Parisian art circles and the other into a life of religious devotion in a convent. On The Book Review episode titled The Listeners’ Episode: Editors and Critics Answer Your Questions, released on July 18, 2024, Dave Kim shared his thoughts on the book with the audience. Kim mentioned that the novel was one of the titles he had read that year, specifically pointing out that Edmund White's work featured a nice bittersweet ending to it. His brief commentary drew attention to the emotional complexity and satisfying resolution of White's narrative, offering a personal touch to the listeners' question-and-answer segment. Kim's recommendation provided a glimpse into his diverse reading experiences, validating the novel as an engaging and memorable piece of contemporary fiction worth exploring for its character development, thematic depth, and poignant emotional arc.
Who recommended it
- Dave Kim Recommended
Dave Kim — 1 mention
“but a couple of titles that I read this year Edmund whites a saint from Texas has a nice bittersweet ending to it”