by Yann Martel
First published 2023
After a shipwreck, young Pi Patel finds himself stranded on a lifeboat in the middle of the ocean. His only companion? A 450-pound Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. As they drift aimlessly, Pi must use all his wits and resources to coexist with the fearsome animal and survive the punishing elements. What begins as a battle for life becomes an unforgettable spiritual journey of self-discovery.
Genres: drama, animals, literary-fiction, adventure, fantasy, contemporary
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
336 pages · Paperback · Mariner Books
Content warnings: animal-death