The English Patient: First impressions

Last night was when I first started reading The English Patient. The book takes place in a small war ruined village hospital somewhere in Italy. The book features many characters who each are suffering from the effects of post-war trauma in one way or another. Each of the characters depend on each other for support. I like how the book engaged my interest from the start with its mysterious opening and dark atmosphere. In addition, I like how the book continues to hook onto the reader with its descriptive nature and use of foreshadowing. So far, the book has been very engaging and I look forward to seeing how the book will continue to develop.