Evening Is the Whole Day

Set in Malaysia, Evening Is the Whole Day follows the unraveling of a wealthy Indian family. Preeta Samarasan's debut novel is noted for its lyrical prose and intricate narrative structure, capturing the nuances of family secrets, societal expectations, and the lingering effects of colonialism. The novel offers a rich exploration of personal and cultural identity against the backdrop of Malaysia's vibrant yet tumultuous history.

Evening Is the Whole Day was written by Preeta Samarasan, from Malaysia. First published in 2008.

Evening Is the Whole Day has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Evening Is the Whole Day is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in family secrets, cultural identity, colonial legacy.

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Evening Is the Whole Day is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

Evening Is the Whole Day originates from Malaysia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Malaysia on our country page.