When We Were Romans
Categories: Literature & Fiction
In this novel by Matthew Kneale, nine-year-old Lawrence tells the story of a sudden trip from England to Rome with his mother and little sister. His mother believes their estranged father is stalking them, and Lawrence tries to protect his family as they move from place to place. Told in a child's voice, the novel gradually reveals more than Lawrence understands about his mother's state of mind.
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- Shane Parrish: “When We Were Romans, by Matthew Kneale. A great beach book.”