Rolling Fields

Rolling Fields is a novel by Dani Mosca that won an English Pen Award. It is a quirky, funny, and thoughtful story about a 40-year-old man who embarks on a road trip back to his childhood village. The novel explores Dani's relationship with his father, his birth, school years, band, and lost friendship. It is filled with laughter, deep emotion, and unforgettable characters, making it a brave, exciting, and completely irresistible read.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 21 July 2022
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Winner of an English Pen Award, this novel is a delightful blend of quirky, funny, and thoughtful elements. Dani Mosca, aged 40, embarks on a poignant road trip back to his childhood village, a three-hour hearse journey from Madrid, fulfilling his father's final wishes. Along the way, Dani revisits the significant junctions of his life, including his complex relationship with an authoritarian and pragmatic father, the mystery surrounding his birth, his school years in the repressive atmosphere of Catholic Spain, the origins of his band and its early successes, the void left by a tragically lost friendship, and his profound loves.

Rolling Fields is a captivating tale that will have you laughing out loud, deeply moved, and completely captivated by its unforgettable cast of characters. From Ecuadorian drivers to Spanish Bowie lookalikes, the novel portrays the grace and messiness of life with bravery, excitement, and irresistible charm. Translated from Spanish by Rahul Bery, this remarkable work showcases the talent of both the author and translator in capturing the essence of a story that resonates with readers of all ages and backgrounds.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 197 x 129 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474612883