Title: The Confessions of Max Tivoli Author: Andrew Sean Greer type of book: Psychological Fiction call number: F/SF/GRE

This book is strong in character, story and language.

Summary:
When Max Tivoli is born, he looks as though he is in his late seventies. Physically, Max Tivoli ages in reverse, thus creating many problems for him throughout his life. The book is beautifully written primarily because the language is poetic, and the main character has a vibrant personality.

I would recommend this book!

Why?
I would recommend this book because the themes presented are universal. Max Tivoli believes that "everyone is the love of someone's life," and this becomes the focal point of the novel.

Other suggested reading:

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

The Path of Minor Planets by Andrew Sean Greer

Employee Initials: CK Review Date: February 2004

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