Hello all, I just completed The Count of Monte Cristo and absolutely enjoyed it. What I loved about it was its smooth yet addictive plot laced with deep philosophical reflections. Earlier this year I also read East of Eden and enjoyed that as well. Though it is comparatively slower paced than the Count of Monte Cristo, it again closed on an immensely enjoyable philosophical statement. I loved how it closed with “timshel” and Monte Cristo with “wait and hope.”
I want suggestions on novels with similar elements: a gripping plot centred on a moral question, deep character studies, cliffhangers and an overarching philosophical theme that closes the story. I prefer classics but would like some modern recommendations as well.
by amalusun