Cave and Shadows

Date read: February 23, 2011 - February 28, 2011
My Edition: 272 pages, 2009
Published by: Anvil Publishing Inc.
Rating: 5 kisses


Summary:
A classic from National Artist for Literature, Nick Joaquin, Cave and Shadows was first published in 1983, and this literary whodunit is still considered a must-read by students of Philippine Literature. The novel is set in motion by a mysterious death, and thrust onwards by the search for truth and the solution of the crime. Joaquin expertly weaves multi-layered meanings by interspersing Philippine historical fact with fiction. In the end, readers discover faith, truth, and human nature.

Favorite Quote:
"You tell them they should be singing not only in the bath but wherever - at work, at play, in Church, in bed - to show they're happy to be alive. But we mope through life not knowing how lucky we are."
Review:
I really really loved it. It started quite slow for me, it did not connect instantly. However, the book got into the good, juicy part. It was a really good political and religious mystery novel. You think you'll know what will happen next but everything turned out differently. Nick Joaquin is always one step ahead of you. It also has a bit of history which make it more interesting. It really got me interested in Filipino paganism (not in converting but in knowing more about it). If you're not a conservative Christian and is a Filipino at heart then you must read this. It has a bit of everything for everyone (yes, even romance, but only a hint of) and its a message-heavy book. It will really satisfy your thirst for knowledge and entertainment. :)


My Soundtrack:
1. A Bad Dream by Keane
2. I Can Be by Taio Cruz
3. Never Let Her Slip Away by Andrew Gold
4. Pare Ko by Eraserheads
5. Check Yes Juliet by We the Kings

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