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Call Me By Your Name

A tale of desire, intimacy, and summer romance

Andre Aciman author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Atlantic Books

Published:21st Sep '17

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A summer romance on the Italian Riviera transforms Elio and Oliver, exploring desire and intimacy in Call Me By Your Name.

In Call Me By Your Name, the Italian Riviera serves as the backdrop for a passionate and transformative summer romance between a young man, Elio, and his father's charming house guest, Oliver. Set against the sun-soaked landscapes and the lush surroundings, their connection deepens amidst the complexities of desire and the fear of vulnerability. As they navigate their feelings, the two initially maintain a facade of indifference, but the magnetic pull between them is undeniable, leading to moments of intense emotional exploration.

The story unfolds over the course of six fleeting weeks, yet the impact of their relationship resonates far beyond that summer. Elio and Oliver's journey reveals the nuances of love, longing, and the bittersweet nature of intimacy. Their experiences together, from carefree days by the water to a pivotal evening in Rome, challenge their perceptions of connection and identity. As they confront the reality of their feelings, they grapple with the profound implications of their bond, knowing that this may be a singular moment in their lives.

Call Me By Your Name invites readers to reflect on the beauty and pain of first love, the fleeting nature of youth, and the lasting impressions that such relationships leave behind. It is a poignant exploration of how love can shape us, even when it is ephemeral, and how the memories of those we cherish stay with us forever.

A beautiful and wise book... A miracle. * Colm Tóibín, author of Brooklyn *
As much a story of paradise found as it is of paradise lost... Extraordinary. * New York Times *
Brave, acute, elated, naked, brutal, tender, humane and beautiful. * Nicole Krauss, author of Forest Dark *
Extraordinary... Evocative, poetic and deeply beautiful. * Tatler *
Humanises love in a really powerful, beautiful way. * Armie Hammer, Time Out *
Deeply moving... I adored it. * Vogue *
This novel is hot... a love letter, an invocation, and something of an epitaph. An exceptionally beautiful book. * The New York Times Book Review *

ISBN: 9781786495259

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 18mm

Weight: 234g

256 pages

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