Review: The House of Doors

The House of Doors The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

what a beautiful beautiful story. I have always been a fan of Somerset Maugham and this book made me get (albeit a tiny) glimpse into him. I loved the writing and the story. Loved it.

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