A Quiet Life

Autori

• Ethan Joella

Parametri

• Famiglia
• Narrativa
• Narrativa contemporanea
• Storie di vita

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From the author of A Little Hope comes a powerful and life-affirming novel about three individuals whose lives intersect in unexpected ways. Set in a close-knit Pennsylvania suburb during winter, the story follows characters grappling with loss and discovering wisdom in their grief. Chuck Ayers, mourning the death of his wife, Cat, struggles to pack for a trip to Hilton Head, unable to part with her belongings, including her favorite towel and sketchbooks. Ella Burke, delivering newspapers and working at a bridal shop, anxiously awaits news about her missing daughter, adjusting to life in a new apartment while hoping for a call from her child. Kirsten Bonato, after the sudden loss of her father, sets aside her veterinary school dreams and finds solace in her routine at an animal shelter. As time passes, old aspirations and new romantic interests emerge, leading Kirsten to a pivotal moment in her life. Through these parallel narratives, the characters bravely navigate their grief and strive to reclaim what they have lost. This beautifully crafted and emotionally riveting story celebrates humanity amid uncertainty, infusing hope into the lives of its characters.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2022

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