Call Me by Your Name

The Song of Achilles

Madeline Miller

A reimagining of the love story between Achilles and Patroclus in ancient Greece. The novel beautifully portrays a passionate and tender relationship between two men, echoing the intimate connection in 'Call Me by Your Name'. Miller's prose is lyrical and emotionally nuanced. The book explores themes of love, identity, and personal transformation. A mythological romance that transcends time and social boundaries.

A Little Life

Hanya Yanagihara

An intense novel about friendship, love, and trauma. The book explores deep emotional connections with remarkable depth. Like 'Call Me by Your Name', it delves into complex human relationships. Yanagihara's writing is powerful and emotionally devastating. A profound exploration of love, pain, and human resilience.

On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous

Ocean Vuong

A lyrical novel exploring identity, sexuality, and family history. The book's poetic prose and emotional depth mirror the introspective nature of 'Call Me by Your Name'. Vuong delves into themes of love, cultural identity, and personal transformation. The narrative is deeply personal and beautifully crafted. A powerful exploration of human connection and vulnerability.

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

Benjamin Alire Sáenz

A coming-of-age story about two Mexican-American teenagers discovering love and identity. The novel shares the tender, introspective approach of 'Call Me by Your Name'. It explores themes of friendship, sexuality, and personal growth. Sáenz's writing is gentle and emotionally nuanced. A beautiful narrative about self-discovery and connection.

Giovanni's Room

James Baldwin

A powerful novel about an American man grappling with his sexuality in Paris. The story explores intense emotional and physical connections between men, similar to the themes in 'Call Me by Your Name'. Baldwin masterfully depicts the internal conflict of desire and societal judgment. The narrative is deeply introspective and emotionally charged. A landmark work in LGBTQ+ literature that resonates with themes of forbidden love.

Norwegian Wood

Haruki Murakami

A melancholic novel about love, loss, and coming of age in 1960s Japan. The book shares the introspective and emotionally nuanced approach of 'Call Me by Your Name'. Murakami explores themes of memory, desire, and personal transformation. The narrative is deeply psychological and tender. A poignant exploration of human emotions.

The Great Believers

Rebecca Makkai

A powerful novel about love and loss during the AIDS crisis in 1980s Chicago. The book explores themes of friendship, sexuality, and human connection. Like 'Call Me by Your Name', it delves into complex emotional landscapes. Makkai's writing is both heartbreaking and hopeful. A profound exploration of love and resilience.

Maurice

E.M. Forster

A groundbreaking novel exploring a passionate homosexual relationship in early 20th-century England. The book delves into themes of forbidden love, social constraints, and personal identity. Like 'Call Me by Your Name', it portrays a tender and complex same-sex romance. The protagonist struggles with societal expectations and his true feelings. A poignant exploration of love that transcends social norms.

The Price of Salt

Patricia Highsmith

A groundbreaking novel about a lesbian relationship in 1950s America. The story explores forbidden love and personal identity with remarkable depth. Like 'Call Me by Your Name', it portrays an intense emotional connection that defies societal expectations. Highsmith's prose is subtle yet powerful. A pioneering work that challenged social norms of its time.

Less

Andrew Sean Greer

A humorous and poignant novel about a gay writer approaching middle age. The protagonist embarks on a global journey of self-discovery, much like the emotional exploration in 'Call Me by Your Name'. Greer's writing is witty, tender, and introspective. The book explores themes of love, aging, and personal growth. A charming narrative that captures the complexity of romantic relationships.