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Girl Made of Air
Girl Made of Air
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On Wilder Seas is a captivating tale of love and loss and finding connection in the most unexpected places, perfect for fans of Angela Carter and Erin Morgenstern. It follows the story of The Greatest Funambulist Who Ever Lived, who was born into a post-war circus family and is haunted by an incident in which a child was lost. The narrator, a tightrope artiste, weaves together her tales of circus legends, earthy magic, and folklore in the hope of finding the child. The book is beautiful and intoxicating, bringing the circus to life in all of its grime and glory.
Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 03 September 2020
Publisher: Quercus Publishing
A captivating tale of love, loss, and unexpected connections, Nikki Marmery's "On Wilder Seas" weaves a lyrical and atmospheric homage to the strange and extraordinary. Set against the backdrop of a post-war circus family, the story follows the journey of a nameless star, who was abandoned and forgotten until the intervention of Serendipity Wilson. As an adult, haunted by a tragic incident from her past, the narrator, a tightrope artiste, embarks on a quest to find a lost child within the circus. Through her spellbinding tales of circus legends, earthy magic, and folklore, she hopes to reunite with the child and overcome the pain of her past.
"A Girl Made of Air" is a beautiful and intoxicating portrayal of the circus, bringing its grime and glory to life. The characters, including Marina, Manu, Serendipity Wilson, Fausto, Big Gen, and Mouse, are vividly portrayed and will leave a lasting impression on readers. The story explores themes of loss and reconciliation, storytelling, and the power of truth.
Marmery's writing is evocative and evocative, transporting readers to a world of wonder and magic. The circus setting provides a rich backdrop for the unfolding narrative, and the characters' struggles and triumphs are relatable and heartfelt. "A Girl Made of Air" is a must-read for fans of Angela Carter and Erin Morgenstern, as well as anyone who appreciates a well-crafted tale of love, loss, and the unexpected.
Weight: 596g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529408874
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