The piano
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The novel reveals why Ada has stopped speaking, the history of the piano, and the secret of Flora's conception.
Kate Pullinger Books
Kate Pullinger is an author whose works delve into the depths of human experience with a distinctive style and keen insight. She explores complex relationships and psychological landscapes, often focusing on the darker aspects of human nature and how we grapple with the past. Her writing is characterized by rich language and an unsettling atmosphere that draws readers into her narratives. Pullinger is not afraid to experiment, whether in traditional forms or digital media, constantly pushing the boundaries of storytelling.
Landing Gear
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The narrative explores the intersection of different worlds and the surprising connections that form between individuals. Through imaginative storytelling, it delves into the fragile yet profound relationships that unite people, highlighting the unexpected bonds that can emerge in various circumstances. The author, recognized for their previous work, brings a unique perspective to these themes, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of human connection.
THE LAST TIME I SAW JANE is a novel about love and marriage, race and sex, London and Canada, history and contemporary life.
The Mistress of Nothing. A Novel
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
When her mistress departs from Victorian London society to seek relief from tuberculosis symptoms in Egypt, maid Sally throws herself into their new culture and comes to know freedoms she has never experienced before she is harshly reminded of her humble station in life.
A Little Stranger
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The arrival of baby Louis disrupts Fran's seemingly perfect life and marriage to Nick, leading her to feel isolated and overwhelmed. In search of self-discovery, she embarks on a journey from London to Las Vegas and Vancouver, leaving Nick to manage parenting and his restaurant alone. A LITTLE STRANGER delves into the challenges of modern family dynamics, exploring themes of parenthood, the quest for personal identity, the complexities of familial relationships, grief, and the pursuit of happiness.
England, 1862. Als Lady Duff Gordon von ihrem Arzt nach Ägypten geschickt wird, um dort im trockenen, warmen Klima ihre Tuberkulose auszuheilen, bedeutet das auch für ihr Dienstmädchen Sally ein Exil auf unbestimmte Zeit. So begeben sich die beiden, schwankend zwischen Staunen und Angst vor der exotischen Fremde, gemeinsam auf eine Flussfahrt den Nil hinauf. Begleitet werden sie von Omar, einem erfinderischen Dragomanen und begnadeten Koch. Als Lady Duff Gordon in Luxor ihr Korsett gegen Männerkleider eintauscht, Arabisch lernt und zu wöchentlichen Salons einlädt, beginnt auch Sally, eine ungeahnte Freiheit zu genießen. Doch diese Freiheit hat ihre Grenzen.
Morsures
- 135 pages
- 5 hours of reading
