44 pages 1 hour read

Tomasz Jedrowski

Swimming in the Dark

Fiction | Memoir in Verse | Adult | Published in 2020

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Swimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jedrowski is a poignant coming-of-age novel set in 1980s Poland. Readers praised its lyrical prose and rich historical context, which enhances the heartfelt romance at its core. Some found the pacing slow, but others appreciated the thoughtful exploration of identity and politics. In sum, it’s an evocative, though occasionally meandering, debut.

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Who Should Read Swimming in the Dark?

Readers who appreciate intimate, coming-of-age narratives set against politically charged backdrops will enjoy Tomasz Jedrowski's Swimming in the Dark. Fans of André Aciman's Call Me by Your Name and Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City will be particularly drawn to its lyrical prose and exploration of love and identity under oppressive regimes.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Romance
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Topics
LGBTQ
History: World
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride
Identity: Sexuality