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Darren says:

Those of you who struggle with Henry James might have better luck with his short novels and short stories. James's late novels are a struggle, no doubt. I find them to be a worthwhile struggle, but I respect the opinions of those who don't. It's worth noting that James attempted playwriting at...

Darren's list is an excellent one. And I second those who suggest that Fitzgerald might be a good place to start. The Great Gatsby is nearly perfect (and also not too long), but my personal favorite Fitzgerald novel is Tender Is the Night. I think you might do fine with either. Moby Dick is...