It's a guy and a tiger on a boat, and I couldn't stop reading.

I'm not sure if I understood all the symbolism, but it definitely blew my mind. I love savagery v. civilization motifs, and the twist of finding God in the midst of it all worked for me. Pi's spiritual journey and "I just want to love" has stuck with me for a long time.

Pairings: Heart of Darkness (Conrad), The Poisonwood Bible.