"A collection of linked short stories tracking an ensemble of interconnected characters from 1961 to the present, from the author of Tinderbox"-- Provided by publisher
Lisa Gornick Books
Lisa Gornick is celebrated as one of America's most perceptive and compassionate fiction writers, bringing immense talent and bravery to her work. She crafts narratives that delve into the intricacies of human connection and psychological depth. Her writing offers a profound exploration of the complexities of modern life and emotion. Readers can expect prose marked by empathy and insight.
Ana Turns
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Set during a woman's 60th birthday, the narrative explores her struggles with addiction, marital fidelity, and family betrayals. Through a blend of keen insight and humor, the story unfolds over a single day, revealing the complexities of her life and relationships. Celebrated for its perceptive and compassionate storytelling, it highlights the emotional depth and resilience of the protagonist as she navigates these challenging themes.
Oyster Bay 1916: Die junge Prudence wächst als Tochter von Bediensteten in der herrschaftlichen Villa Laurelton Hall auf. Zum Anwesen des exzentrischen Louis Tiffany gehört auch der exotische Pfauengarten, wo Prudence und ihre Geschwister Verstecken spielen und eine glückliche Kindheit erleben – bis zu jener schicksalshaften Nacht, in der die Familie Laurelton Hall Hals über Kopf verlassen muss. New York 2013: Die 101-jährige Prudence erhält überraschend Besuch von ihrer Großnichte Grace. Um nach einem bewegten Leben endlich Frieden zu finden, verrät ihr Prudence ein lang gehütetes Geheimnis: was in jener tragischen Nacht in Laurelton Hall geschah …
