Don’t miss the author of ‘the novel of the decade, if not the century’!

it’s just under three weeks until our very special event with former Booker Prize winner Marlon James at Lantern Hall, when he will be discussing his 2026 Booker-longlisted novel, The Disappearers, with the wonderul Vanessa Kisuule.

Today is the novel’s official publication day, so to mark the occasion and just in case you need any more persuading to buy a ticket for the event before they all get snapped up, we thought we’d share some quotes from a few of the many amazing early reviews The Disappearers has received. And the best place to start is this stunning piece in The New York Times:

‘James has written a masterpiece, the novel of the decade and possibly of the century thus far.’ The New York Times

‘(An) exceptional and important novel.’ Financial Times

‘The most celebrated book of the year.’ Harper’s Bazaar

‘Melancholic and unyielding … The strength of the novel … is in its scope.’ Los Angeles Times

‘Captivating and epic … a gritty, powerful, and gripping read.’ Booklist

‘Breathtaking … ambitious and astonishing.’ Publishers Weekly

‘It’s a harrowing, hilarious, magnificent novel that will stand the test of time.’ Boston Globe

‘Even when it stress-tests your senses, this sprawling depiction of gay life in Jamaica is galvanizing.’ Kirkus Reviews

‘There’s no denying this is a monumental novel.’ Ron Charles

‘Epic’ NPR

We couldn’t be more excited about what will be an evening to remember with one of this century’s great writers! The book is also now in stock, so you can see for yourselves what has captivated readers so much.

Tickets for Marlon James in conversation with Vanessa Kisuule are available from Bristol Beacon’s website, here.

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