Between a Wolf and a Dog

Immerse yourself in the beautifully crafted narrative of 'Between a Wolf and a Dog', a poignant exploration of family dynamics and personal growth. This compelling trade paperback, published by Scribe Publications in 2016, unfolds over a single rainy day in Sydney, drawing readers into the lives of Ester, a dedicated family therapist, and her estranged sister, April. With 320 pages of evocative prose, author Blain skillfully addresses universal themes of loneliness, relationships, and the quest for happiness. As Ester navigates her own frayed family ties while helping others, the story unfolds to reveal a testament to resilience and the power of art. This modern novel captures the essence of ordinary sorrows while celebrating the transformative ability to forge connections amidst life’s challenges. With its literary depth and emotional clarity, 'Between a Wolf and a Dog' is as gripping as it is relatable, making it a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of love, forgiveness, and the human experience. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order today, and experience the beauty of life’s intricacies with this heartfelt tale.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925321111
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 320


Description:
Outside, the rain continues unceasing; silver sheets sluicing down, the trees and shrubs soaking and bedraggled, the earth sodden, puddles overflowing, torrents coursing onwards, as the darkness slowly softens with the dawn.

Ester is a family therapist with an appointment book that catalogues the anxieties of the middle class- loneliness, relationships, death. She spends her days helping others find happiness, but her own family relationships are tense and frayed. Estranged from both her sister, April, and her ex-husband, Lawrence, Ester wants to fall in love again. Meanwhile, April is struggling through her own directionless life; Lawrence's reckless past decisions are catching up with him; and Ester and April's mother, Hilary, is about to make a choice that will profoundly affect then all.

Taking place largely over one rainy day in Sydney, and rendered with the evocative and powerful prose Blain is known for, Between a Wolf and a Dog is a celebration of the best in all of us - our capacity to live in the face of ordinary sorrows, and to draw strength from the transformative power of art. Ultimately, it is a joyous tribute to the beauty of being alive.


'Blain just gets better and better. The clarity, warmth and precision of Between a Wolf and a Dog brings to mind the formal beauty of an exquisitely cut gemstone. Blain looks at the big questions - mortality, grief, forgiveness - through the lens of one family's everyday struggle to love each other. This portrait of marriage and work, of sisterhood, mothers, and daughters is resolute and clear-eyed; so commanding and beautifully written it made me cry.'
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