Not Your Normal Novel

Novels with non-human (even inanimate) narrators:

Updated October 10, 2024
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Pod
Paull, Laline
Paper Book
*SHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION* An astonishing and immersive new novel, Pod takes the reader into the depths of the ocean--and into the world of its fascinating inhabitants--through the eyes of the beautiful Ea, a spinner dolphin. Laline...
The Pages
Hamilton, Hugo.
Paper Book
An entirely original novel in which a book--Joseph Roth's masterpiece Rebellion--narrates its own astonishing life story, from 1930s Germany to the present day, at the heart of a gripping mystery.   "A powerful, powerful piece of work." --Colum McCann, best...
I, Mona Lisa
Solomons, Natasha.
Paper Book
An irresistible insight into the world as it looks through the eyes of the most famous painting of all time. Listen to my history. My adventures are worth hearing. I have lived many lifetimes and been loved by emperors, kings and thieves. I have survived kidnap and...
The Axeman's Carnival
Chidgey, Catherine 1970-
Paper Book
WINNER OF THE JANN MEDLICOTT ACORN PRIZE FOR FICTION AT THE 2023 OCKHAM NEW ZEALAND BOOK AWARDS A dazzling portrayal of humanity and the natural world that perfectly balances violence and humor Tama is just a helpless chick when he is rescued by Marnie, and this is...

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