Tan Twan Eng 3 Book Set The Gift Of Rain The Garden Of Evening Mists The House Of Doors

Discover the Tan Twan Eng Collection 3 Books Set — a beautifully curated paperback boxed set for readers who love literary historical fiction, evocative prose, and richly drawn characters. This collection brings together three acclaimed novels by Malaysian author Tan Twan Eng: The Gift of Rain, The Garden of Evening Mists, and The House of Doors. Perfect for book lovers, parents seeking thoughtful gifts, teachers building a classroom reading list, or anyone who enjoys a bestselling author’s immersive storytelling. Condition: BRAND NEW • Format: Paperback • ISBN: 9789124237479.

The House of Doors: Set in 1921 at Cassowary House in the Straits Settlements of Penang, this novel follows Robert Hamlyn, a well-to-do lawyer, and his wife Lesley. Their lives shift when Willie — none other than the famed writer Willie Somerset Maugham — arrives as a guest. A portrait of literary life and the strains beneath polished society, the story captures a moment of charm, ambition, and hidden turmoil as Maugham struggles with ill-health, marital strain, and creative stagnation. Fans of character-driven historical fiction will appreciate Tan’s attention to period detail and psychological observation.

The Gift of Rain: Penang, 1939. Sixteen-year-old Philip Hutton, half English and half Chinese, feels out of place until he forms an unlikely bond with Hayato Endo, a Japanese diplomat. Endo becomes a mentor, teaching Philip aikido and a new way of seeing the world. But the friendship is tested as global conflict approaches, forcing Philip to make choices with profound consequences. This coming-of-age novel blends cultural complexity, moral tension, and graceful prose — ideal for readers searching for a compelling children’s series alternative for teen and adult readers alike.

The Garden of Evening Mists: Teoh Yun Ling’s quest for a memorial garden for her sister leads her to Aritomo, a former gardener to the Emperor of Japan. A novel of art, memory, and the scars of war, it explores how beauty can coexist with trauma. Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2012, this title showcases Tan Twan Eng’s lyrical restraint and ethical depth — a testament to why he’s regarded as an important voice in contemporary literature.

• What’s included: Three paperback novels by Tan Twan Eng — The Gift of Rain, The Garden of Evening Mists, The House of Doors.
• Condition: BRAND NEW — perfect as a gift set or collectors’ boxed set addition.
• Format: Paperback edition — accessible and easy to share in classrooms or book clubs.
• Why readers love it: Award recognition and critical praise, exquisite historical detail, and powerful themes of memory, identity, and belonging.

Tan Twan Eng, born in Penang and living in Kuala Lumpur, has earned international recognition — his novels have been translated into multiple languages and received Man Booker Prize attention. This collection makes a thoughtful present for anniversaries, graduations, or holidays, and is equally suited to quiet evenings of literary reading, classroom discussion, or as a timeless keepsake on your shelf. Add this elegant book collection to your library for an unforgettable journey through art, history, and the heart.