Cairo

Discover the captivating journey of Tom Button in the novel 'Cairo', a coming-of-age story that dives deep into the thrilling yet treacherous world of art and ambition. Frustrated with monotony in country life, seventeen-year-old Tom relocates to the city, yearning for adventure and a fresh start. Settling into a dilapidated apartment in Cairo, he encounters the enigmatic musician Max Cheever and his alluring wife Sally. This engaging tale of friendship introduces readers to a vibrant community of artists, poets, and dreamers. As Tom immerses himself in the bohemian lifestyle filled with glamorous parties and the intricate world of gallery openings, he quickly learns that true friendships can come with dangerous secrets. With unexpected twists, deception, and a nod to one of the most notorious art thefts of the twentieth century, 'Cairo' weaves a narrative that explores themes of first love, self-discovery, and the precarious nature of trust. Perfect for fans of contemporary fiction and those interested in the intersection of art and life, this poignant novel invites you to experience the highs and lows of youth in a city where nothing is as it appears. Immerse yourself in 'Cairo'—a remarkable tale that will resonate with every reader.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925106626
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 304


Description:
Frustrated by country life and eager for adventure and excitement, seventeen-year-old Tom Button moves to the city to study. Once there, and living in a run-down apartment block called Cairo, he is befriended by the eccentric musician Max Cheever, his beautiful wife Sally, and their close-knit circle of painters and poets. As Tom falls under the sway of his charismatic older friends, he enters a bohemian world of parties and gallery openings. Soon, however, he is caught up in more sinister events involving deception and betrayal, not to mention one of the greatest unsolved art heists of the twentieth century- the infamous theft of Picasso's Weeping Woman. Set among the demimonde - where nothing and nobody is as they seem - Cairo is a novel about growing up, the perils of first love, and finding one's true place in the world.

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