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Simone Lazaroo's exquisite novel encompasses irreconcilable desire and the meaning of love and fidelity in its story of four generations of the de Sequeira family.
London, 1985. Ghislaine de Sequeira lies in a hospital. Once an obituary writer in Malacca, she had practised eloquence in the face of death for years. But now she is dying, and it is her bereft daughter Isabelle's turn to articulate the meaning of life at its end.
Isabelle tries to stem her grief by seeking solace in her writing tutor and piecing together the story of her mother's post-war Malaccan life and her desire for the travel writer, a man who alters the course of both women's lives irrevocably.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Entwining generations amidst love, loss, and longing.
Who is this book for?
This story offers a beautifully woven tapestry of family history and personal desire. Simone Lazaroo captures the complex emotions of love and fidelity across decades, making it a compelling read for those interested in intimate family sagas and cultural reflections. If you enjoy stories that explore the depths of human relationships with lyrical detail, this novel could resonate deeply with you.
