Writing about pariahs lets an author explore the lives of individuals persecuted for their beliefs or desires and who are branded dangerous traitors or misfits. Here are my 10 favourite novels about pariahs. When he is accused of inserting leftist propaganda into his scripts, his vengeful wife threatens to reveal his secret allegiances. David, the young narrator, soon reveals a damning secret: he is in telepathic contact with other youngsters who share his special abilities. • The Gospel According to Lazarus by Richard Zimler is published by Peter Owen.

Source: The Guardian June 05, 2019 10:07 UTC