The Crying Game: A Haunting Tale of Loss, Love, and Redemption

The Crying Game

by John Braine

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2596 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	275 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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John Braine's The Crying Game is a classic coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of love, loss, and redemption. Set in the working-class world of 1950s Britain, the novel follows the journey of Colin Smith, a young man who is struggling to find his place in life.

Colin is a sensitive and intelligent young man, but he is also restless and ambitious. He dreams of a better life for himself, but he is held back by his circumstances and his own self-destructive tendencies.

When Colin meets Jenny, a beautiful and enigmatic young woman, he falls head over heels in love. Jenny is everything that Colin has ever wanted, but she is also unattainable. She is from a wealthy family, and her parents would never approve of her marrying a man like Colin.

Despite the obstacles, Colin and Jenny begin a secret relationship. They meet in stolen moments, and they find solace in each other's arms. But their happiness is short-lived. When Jenny's parents discover their affair, they threaten to disown her if she doesn't break up with Colin.

Torn between his love for Jenny and his desire for a better life, Colin makes a decision that will have devastating consequences. He breaks up with Jenny, and he leaves town to start a new life.

Years later, Colin is a successful businessman, but he is still haunted by the memories of Jenny. He has never forgotten her, and he never stopped loving her. When he learns that Jenny is dying, he decides to go back to his hometown and see her one last time.

The Crying Game is a beautifully written and emotionally resonant novel. Braine's prose is lyrical and evocative, and he creates a vivid and unforgettable world. The characters are complex and relatable, and the story is both heartbreaking and uplifting.

The Crying Game is a must-read for anyone who is interested in coming-of-age stories, or in the complexities of love, loss, and redemption.

The Crying Game

by John Braine

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2596 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	275 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE