Rediscovering Iris Murdoch: Readers Share Their December Book Finds

Writers and Guardian readers have shared the books they enjoyed in December. One reader revisited Iris Murdoch's penultimate novel, *The Green Knight*. They had first become a fan after receiving a copy of Murdoch's *The Unicorn* as a gift. Upon rereading, they praised the novel's rich and precise prose. They also noted its vividly rendered characters, who each experience the world in unique ways. The reader felt the story's pacing was perfect. They highlighted that the book's philosophical themes—like goodness and love—feel natural. These ideas are woven deeply into the story's complex plot. You can see all the recommended titles and join the conversation in the full article.