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Alicia Srinivas asked this question about A Prayer for Owen Meany:

Would this book be interesting for a non-Christian? How serious are the religious undertones?

Candace Friends have asked me why I love this book so much since I’m an atheist. Well, all I can say is, you don’t have to believe in elves to love The Lord o…moreFriends have asked me why I love this book so much since I’m an atheist. Well, all I can say is, you don’t have to believe in elves to love The Lord of the Rings.

Besides, this is one of the best books I’ve ever read. It’s so well-written, so superbly plotted, with absolutely unforgettable characters, it can easily be enjoyed by anyone who appreciates good literature, regardless of their beliefs or non-belief.

It would be good to keep in mind that this is a work of fiction, and the author himself is reportedly an atheist. (less)

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