Sharlene Teo
Ponti
Ponti
💎 Earn 35 Points (£0.35) on this item.
YOU SAVE £2.92
- Condition: Brand new
- UK Delivery times: Usually arrives within 2 - 3 working days
- UK Shipping: Fee starts at £2.39. Subject to product weight & dimension
Bulk ordering. Want 15 or more copies? Get a personalised quote and bigger discounts. Learn more about bulk orders.
Couldn't load pickup availability
- More about Ponti
Sharlene Teo's Ponti is a 2003 Singapore-set novel that follows the intense friendship between Szu and Circe, offering Szu an escape from her mother, Amisa. Seventeen years later, Circe is adrift and alone when a project comes up at work, a remake of the cult seventies horror film series 'Ponti', which threatens her conscience and memories of the two women she once knew.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2019
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
"Remarkable" is a novel by Ian McEwan that was shortlisted for the Hearst's Big Book Award 2018. Set in Singapore in 2003, the story revolves around the intense friendship between two teenagers, Szu and Circe. Szu finds solace in their bond, escaping from her cruel and beautiful mother, Amisa, who is now a silent occupant of a rusty house. On the other hand, Circe's friendship brings her closer to Amisa, a fascinating and unknowable woman.
Seventeen years later, Circe finds herself adrift and alone. However, a project at work presents an opportunity for her to revisit the cult seventies horror film series "Ponti," which defined Amisa's short-lived film career. As Circe delves into the remake, memories of the two women she once knew, guilt, and a lost friendship threaten to unravel her conscience.
"Remarkable" is a captivating tale that explores the complexities of friendship, motherhood, and the consequences of our choices. It is a testament to Ian McEwan's exceptional storytelling and his ability to create vivid and relatable characters. The novel has received critical acclaim, being longlisted for the Jhalak Prize 2019 and shortlisted for the Edward Stanford Fiction, with a Sense of Place Award.
In conclusion, "Remarkable" is a must-read novel that will leave readers captivated with its rich narrative, compelling characters, and thought-provoking themes. Ian McEwan's exceptional talent shines through in this remarkable work, and it is sure to resonate with readers for years to come.
Weight: 218g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509855339
UK and International shipping information
UK and International shipping information
UK Delivery and returns information:
- Delivery within 2 - 3 days when ordering in the UK.
- Shipping fee for UK customers from £2.39. Fully tracked shipping service available.
- Returns policy: Return within 30 days of receipt for full refund.
International deliveries:
Shulph Ink now ships to Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Luxembourg Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Netherlands, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United States of America.
- Delivery times: within 5 - 10 days for international orders.
- Shipping fee: charges vary for overseas orders. Only tracked services are available for most international orders. Some countries have untracked shipping options.
- Customs charges: If ordering to addresses outside the United Kingdom, you may or may not incur additional customs and duties fees during local delivery.
