The movie was exquisite, and the book is turning out to be just as good, if not better. Its leisurely pace belies the roiling drama born of cultural differences that can never be reconciled with selfishness that is innate in all of us. However, the book delves much more deeply into the characters, which you don’t get in the film. Some bits have been changed in the movie version as well. To really enjoy this particular work of fiction, read the book AND watch the movie. Highly recommended.