Book review: Final Julian Barnes book an exemplary endnote

'Departure(s)' is most certainly not a novel; the book is more akin to correspondence, a signing off from a career which contains many fine novels and numerous awards
Book review: Final Julian Barnes book an exemplary endnote

Julian Barnes has said this is his final book, and as goodbyes go, it’s powerful and poignant, yet immaculately restrained. Picture: Getty

  • Departure(s)
  • Julian Barnes
  • Jonathan Cape, €18.99

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