East of Eden - John Steinbeck

So I started this around the Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival (Aug21-23, 2009). I got about a third the way through that weekend. If you know me, that should speak volumes about how good the book was. Unfortunately, it took me another couple months to finish because of projects and travel.

I thought this was one of the best fiction stories I have read. Steinbeck does an incredible job of capturing and painting humanity, personality, and interpersonal dynamics in a clear and engrossing way that draws the reader into the narrative. The diversity of characters guarantees that you will identify with one of them.

I won't go into any real detail about the storyline, but if you are looking for a fiction read that might give you new perspective on yourself and others then this is a great option.