Open Water

Discover the poignant tale of young love and identity in *Open Water*, a breathtaking debut novel by Caleb Azumah Nelson. Set against the vibrant backdrop of South East London, this contemporary fiction masterpiece delves into the lives of two Black British artists—one a photographer and the other a dancer—who confront the complexities of race, belonging, and vulnerability in an often unforgiving world. With each turn of the page, readers experience the tender romance between these relatable characters, who navigate a society that both celebrates and marginalizes them.

*Open Water* is not just a love story; it offers incisive insights into race relations and masculinity, making it a profound and essential read. As they tentatively embrace their feelings for each other, the couple grapples with the fear of violence and societal rejection, revealing the heartbreaking struggles that accompany their passion.

This beautifully written, soul-stirring narrative is a must-have addition for fans of contemporary literature and anyone seeking to understand the depths of human emotion and connection. Ideal for those who appreciate evocative storytelling, *Open Water* is a powerful exploration of the search for love and safety in a world filled with challenges. With a total of 208 pages, this B-format paperback is perfect for readers looking for an engaging and thought-provoking literary experience. Enjoy FREE shipping on this brand new copy, and immerse yourself in the literary landscape that Caleb Azumah Nelson has created.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241448786
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208


Description:
Two young people meet at a pub in South East London. Both are Black British, both won scholarships to private schools where they struggled to belong, both are now artists - he a photographer, she a dancer - trying to make their mark in a city that by turns celebrates and rejects them. Tentatively, tenderly, they fall in love. But two people who seem destined to be together can still be torn apart by fear and violence.

At once an achingly beautiful love story and a potent insight into race and masculinity, Open Water asks what it means to be a person in a world that sees you only as a Black body, to be vulnerable when you are only respected for strength, to find safety in love, only to lose it. With gorgeous, soulful intensity, Caleb Azumah Nelson has written the most essential British debut of recent years.


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