Grass, Günter

Heralded by some critics as Grass's finest work, this piece of experimental literature will appeal to his fans while alienating readers unfamiliar with the famed author. As with the majority of Grass's novels, the simplicity of the prose makes for quick reading but leaves the reader with more questions than answers. Recommended for those interested in magical realism along the lines of Gabriel García Márquez and Jorge Luis Borges. [See Prepub Alert, LJ 7/10.]