Title: an unusual story that eventually hits the mark
Product review: 'Slow Man' is a decided unusual story about a lonely middle-aged man who loses a leg in a bicycling mishap and subsequently reflects deeply on his life as he interacts with his Croatian caregiver, her family, and a strange character (Elizabeth Costello) who shows up out of nowhere. The story is decidedly morose and slow moving. And why the author brings in this Elizabeth Costello character, who seems to have surreal knowledge of our main characters before actually meeting them. Clearly the author has special place in his heart for Elizabeth Costello since he had previously written a book all about her, which I found to be horribly dull. Thankfully the strength of the characterizations and the satisfying conclusion saves 'Slow Man' from a similar fate. But note to author: please dump this Elizabeth Costello fetish, okay?Bottom line: certainly not for everyone but it works overall. Mild recommendation.
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