Someone I loved
Published on 15. August 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-908313-48-5 (ISBN)
Description
How long does it take to forget the smell of someone who loved you? And when do you stop loving them? When Chloe's husband leaves her and their children for another woman, she is devastated. Unexpectedly, it's her usually distant father-in-law who comes to Chloe's aid, both with practical help and his personal wisdom on life and love.In this beautifully crafted novella, Anna Gavalda poignantly explores the fragility of human relationships.
Reviews / Votes
'Gavalda sees through ordinary appearances to people's hidden longings - A gifted literary stylist.' Vogue 'A novel full of grace and uncluttered prose.' L'Express 'A literary phenomenon - Anna Gavalda raises the bar with her first novel.' Le Monde 'Gavalda's talent for writing and her gift for dialogue make reading her work a delight' World Literature Today 'Gavalda writes warm hearted fiction with plenty of emotion, culture and thoughtfulness' TelegraphMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Pushkin Press
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 126 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-908313-48-5 (9781908313485)
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