Word: asymbolic
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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Aside from a number of vague references toBritish politics and an unconvincing attempt touse a fictitious book of the same title as asymbol of the "dream within a dream," The Houseof Sleep remains a particularly strong story.Its diverse characters effectively confront anumber of modern issues as the reader watches themmature, and the novel's structure allows secretsto remain hidden until precisely the point atwhich they would best be revealed. Keep this storyin mind when you're looking for your nextnighttime read; rest assured, you'll probably begetting a better night's sleep than thecharacters
There's certainly cause for concern, reasons toexpect that last March's funeral at Bright--asymbol of expectations shattered--could repeatitself this year...
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