The Dishwasher
The Dishwasher by Stéphane Larue, published by Biblioasis in 2019, is a literary work that explores the complexities of city life and coming of age. Set in Montreal during October 2002, the story follows a graphic design student grappling with a gambling addiction as he takes a job as a dishwasher at the upscale La Trattoria. Faced with the challenges of his new environment, he navigates the pressures of the kitchen and the dynamics of his co-workers while dealing with the lies he has spun for his family and friends.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of the protagonist’s struggles as he confronts the chaos of his first night on the job, surrounded by a diverse cast of characters. The narrative delves into themes of dependency and the intricate relationships formed in the fast-paced world of restaurant life. With 405 pages in English, this edition captures the essence of a debut that immerses readers in the tension and camaraderie of a bustling kitchen, all underscored by a unique soundtrack.
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WINNER OF THE AMAZON CANADA FIRST NOVEL AWARD – NOMINATED FOR CANADA READS – A NEW YORK TIMES NEW & NOTEWORTHY BOOK – A NOW MAGAZINE BEST BOOK TO READ FOR SUMMER 2019 – As heard on CBC’s The Sunday Edition with Michael Enright
It’s October in Montreal, 2002, and winter is coming on fast. Past due on his first freelance gig and ensnared in lies to his family and friends, a graphic design student with a gambling addiction goes after the first job that promises a paycheck: dishwasher at the sophisticated La Trattoria. Though he feels out of place in the posh dining room, warned by the manager not to enter through the front and coolly assessed by the waitstaff in their tailored shirts, nothing could have prepared him for the tension and noise of the kitchen, or the dishpit’s clamor and steam. Thrust on his first night into a roiling cast of characters all moving with the whirlwind speed of the evening rush, it’s not long before he finds himself in over his head once again. A vivid, magnificent debut, with a soundtrack by Iron Maiden, The Dishwasher plunges us into a world in which everyone depends on each other–for better and for worse.
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