Warlight - Michael Ondaatje (Book)

Title: Warlight

Author: Michael Ondaatje

Date Published: May 8, 2018

Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf

Category: Historical Fiction / Literary Fiction

Set in post-World War II London, Warlight follows 14-year-old Nathaniel and his sister Rachel, who are left in the care of a mysterious figure named The Moth after their parents depart for Singapore. As they navigate their unusual new world filled with enigmatic characters, Nathaniel begins to uncover secrets about his family’s past.

Years later, Nathaniel looks back on this period to piece together the truth, especially about his mother’s secretive wartime activities. The novel explores memory, loss, and the hidden consequences of war.