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Sorry to Disrupt the Peace

$50.95
Step into the poignant yet darkly humorous world of 'Sorry to Disrupt the Peace' by Patty Yumi Cottrell, a compelling debut novel that explores grief, identity, and the meaning of life. Now available in BRAND NEW condition, this trade paperback edition (UK format) published by The Text Publishing Company features 288 pages packed with insight and wit. Follow the journey of Helen Moran, a thirty-two-year-old woman from New York, as she navigates the unexpected death of her adoptive brother, leading her to confront her estranged family and delve into her past. Facing troubled relationships and a quirky grief counselor, Helen's adventure is not just about uncovering the mystery of her brother's death but also about discovering what it truly means to be alive. 'Sorry to Disrupt the Peace' is an intricate blend of humor and pathos, appealing to readers who appreciate literary fiction that resonates on many levels. Perfect for book clubs and those looking for a thought-provoking read, this novel resonates with fans of authors like Bernhard, Beckett, and Bowles. Experience the singular voice of Patty Yumi Cottrell in this must-read novel that captures the complexities of human emotion. Enjoy FREE shipping when you purchase from Smartfox NZ and allow up to 10 days for delivery. Please note, combined shipping with other products is not available for this item.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925498431
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2017
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 288


Description:
Helen Moran is thirty-two years old, single, childless, college-educated, and partially employed as a guardian of troubled young people in New York. She's accepting a delivery from IKEA in her shared studio apartment when her uncle calls to break the news- Helen's adoptive brother is dead.

Helen knows what she must do, and purchases a one-way ticket to Milwaukee. There, as she searches her childhood home and attempts to uncover why someone would choose to die, she will face her estranged family, her brother's few friends, and the overzealous grief counselor Chad Lambo; she may also discover what it truly means to be alive.

A bleakly comic debut that's by turns poignant, uproariously funny, and unsettling, Sorry to Disrupt the Peace has shades of Bernhard, Beckett and Bowles-and it announces the singular voice of Patty Yumi Cottrell.

This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.

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Sorry to Disrupt the Peace

$50.95
Step into the poignant yet darkly humorous world of 'Sorry to Disrupt the Peace' by Patty Yumi Cottrell, a compelling debut novel that explores grief, identity, and the meaning of life. Now available in BRAND NEW condition, this trade paperback edition (UK format) published by The Text Publishing Company features 288 pages packed with insight and wit. Follow the journey of Helen Moran, a thirty-two-year-old woman from New York, as she navigates the unexpected death of her adoptive brother, leading her to confront her estranged family and delve into her past. Facing troubled relationships and a quirky grief counselor, Helen's adventure is not just about uncovering the mystery of her brother's death but also about discovering what it truly means to be alive. 'Sorry to Disrupt the Peace' is an intricate blend of humor and pathos, appealing to readers who appreciate literary fiction that resonates on many levels. Perfect for book clubs and those looking for a thought-provoking read, this novel resonates with fans of authors like Bernhard, Beckett, and Bowles. Experience the singular voice of Patty Yumi Cottrell in this must-read novel that captures the complexities of human emotion. Enjoy FREE shipping when you purchase from Smartfox NZ and allow up to 10 days for delivery. Please note, combined shipping with other products is not available for this item.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925498431
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2017
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 288


Description:
Helen Moran is thirty-two years old, single, childless, college-educated, and partially employed as a guardian of troubled young people in New York. She's accepting a delivery from IKEA in her shared studio apartment when her uncle calls to break the news- Helen's adoptive brother is dead.

Helen knows what she must do, and purchases a one-way ticket to Milwaukee. There, as she searches her childhood home and attempts to uncover why someone would choose to die, she will face her estranged family, her brother's few friends, and the overzealous grief counselor Chad Lambo; she may also discover what it truly means to be alive.

A bleakly comic debut that's by turns poignant, uproariously funny, and unsettling, Sorry to Disrupt the Peace has shades of Bernhard, Beckett and Bowles-and it announces the singular voice of Patty Yumi Cottrell.

This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.

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