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Strange Flowers
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Discover a heart-wrenching and beautifully crafted tale of love, loss, and redemption in the acclaimed novel by Donal Ryan. Set in 1973, the story follows twenty-year-old Moll Gladney as she embarks on a journey that leads her to mysteriously disappear from her rural home. Her distraught parents, Paddy and Kit, grapple with the unimaginable as they face the possibility of never seeing their beloved daughter again. Fast forward five years, and Moll returns—bringing with her not only unanswered questions but a whirlwind of emotions that irrevocably alters the fabric of her family's life.
This contemporary novel dives deep into themes of alienation, the quest for identity, and the profound impact of love. Ryan’s storytelling prowess shines through as he unfolds a narrative that is both beautiful and devastating, resonating with readers who cherish literary works that explore the complexities of human connections. Renowned for his empathy and insight, Ryan is hailed as one of the most talented writers today, making this gripping drama a must-read for those who appreciate literature that tugs at the heartstrings. This powerful book is a brilliant addition to any fiction lover's collection, perfect for readers interested in novels about family dynamics, the emotional journey of loss, and the transformative power of relationships.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784163044
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 240
Description:
In 1973, twenty-year-old Moll Gladney takes a morning bus from her rural home and disappears.
Bewildered and distraught, Paddy and Kit must confront an unbearable prospect- that they will never see their daughter again.
Five years later, Moll returns. What - and who - she brings with her will change the course of her family's life forever.
Beautiful and devastating, this exploration of loss, alienation and the redemptive power of love reaffirms Donal Ryan as one of the most talented and empathetic writers at work today.
'You have to truly love people to write like this' Rachel Joyce
'One of the greatest novels of this century' Sunday Independent
'Gorgeously wrought' Guardian
This contemporary novel dives deep into themes of alienation, the quest for identity, and the profound impact of love. Ryan’s storytelling prowess shines through as he unfolds a narrative that is both beautiful and devastating, resonating with readers who cherish literary works that explore the complexities of human connections. Renowned for his empathy and insight, Ryan is hailed as one of the most talented writers today, making this gripping drama a must-read for those who appreciate literature that tugs at the heartstrings. This powerful book is a brilliant addition to any fiction lover's collection, perfect for readers interested in novels about family dynamics, the emotional journey of loss, and the transformative power of relationships.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784163044
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 240
Description:
In 1973, twenty-year-old Moll Gladney takes a morning bus from her rural home and disappears.
Bewildered and distraught, Paddy and Kit must confront an unbearable prospect- that they will never see their daughter again.
Five years later, Moll returns. What - and who - she brings with her will change the course of her family's life forever.
Beautiful and devastating, this exploration of loss, alienation and the redemptive power of love reaffirms Donal Ryan as one of the most talented and empathetic writers at work today.
'You have to truly love people to write like this' Rachel Joyce
'One of the greatest novels of this century' Sunday Independent
'Gorgeously wrought' Guardian
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