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Sunken City
Sunken City
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A young woman in Turin seeks to understand her father's secret lives and his involvement in an armed band during the Years of Lead. She discovers a different picture of him through her search for the truth.
Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 12 May 2022
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
A captivating and deeply moving novel, Margaret Drabble's work showcases an extraordinary literary voice that will leave a lasting impression on readers. From the very first page, I was utterly captivated by Marta's unique perspective and her powerful storytelling. Bravissimo, Tomasz Jedrowski!
Newly bereaved, bookish, and lonely in Turin, a young woman embarks on a quest to chronicle her father's secret lives and her struggle to come to terms with his loss. Little did she know that the gentle, mercurial doctor had a past that was shrouded in mystery. Shocked to discover that he had been sentenced to jail in 1986 for membership of an armed band, she delves deeper into her father's history, eager to understand the complexities of his past and his role during the tumultuous Years of Lead.
Driven by a desire to heal and find closure, she sets out on a journey to uncover the truth about her father. Through her tireless research and unwavering determination, she uncovers a different picture of her family's past, one that challenges her preconceptions and sheds light on the complexities of human nature.
This novel is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of literature to transcend time and reveal the hidden truths of our past. Margaret Drabble's writing is masterful, and her characters are deeply relatable and compelling. I highly recommend this book to anyone who seeks a profound and thought-provoking reading experience.
Weight: 408g
Dimension: 147 x 223 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788168557
Edition number: Main
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