The Charioteer Author:Mary Renault The Story of Laurie Odell...a wounded survivor of Dunkirk, more like other young men than unlike them...He struggled to come to terms with his difference in a society which considered it freakish or criminal. — Note by owner: be forewarned that this is a book dealing with homosexuality, although in a very discreet way. There are no graphic ... more »descriptions at all. If you are familiar with Mary Renault's style, you will understand what I mean.« less
Renault's tale about a British soldier coming to terms with his homosexuality is wonderful storytelling and keeps your interest throughout. A change of pace from her ancient Greece-type of books, but just as entertaining.