I'm giving myself permission not to finish this. It has its charms, but I'm looking for more curious libraries (think Borges in general, or "The Starless Sea" by Erin Morgenstern) and more personal growth, historic and social insight (think "Life After Life" by Kate Atkinson), and a notch up on the prose (e.g. "Writers and Lovers" by Lily King). Always eager for your recommendations!