I love this book. It is my favorite of all of Irving's books that I've read. As usual for Irving, the story draws you in and you hate to put it down! Also, as usual, it is way too long to read without putting it down frequently! Irving is very frank about sexual matters, so there is some discussion that may be inappropriate, particularly for younger readers. The story is told from the point of view of John, a teacher in Canada, and largely concerns his memories of growing up in New Hampshire with Owen Meany. Owen is a very unique young man, physically, emotionally, and mentally. He believes himself to be the instrument of God and spends his life preparing to fill his higher purpose, revealed to him in a vision. The ending is both touching and sad.
This is a wonderful book that is easily worth the time. If you've never read Irving, this is a great place to start.
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