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Experience a captivating journey of courage and discovery in the gripping narrative of 'Never the Wind.' This powerful novel, set in a Southern Italian farmhouse, features Luca Saracino, a 13-year-old boy who has been blind for eight months. As his family seeks hope and reinvention, Luca navigates the world through the sensory experiences of hearing, smell, taste, and touch. The book intricately weaves a tale of adventure and connection as Luca befriends the fearless Ada Guadalupi. Together, they explore rocky fields and lonely beaches, only to confront the deep-seated grudges and gossip that entwine their families. This enthralling story dives into themes of family, resilience, and love against the backdrop of pastoral beauty and tension, reminiscent of ‘Heavenly Creatures’ fused with rich gothic elements. Whether you are a fan of supernatural tales or gripping coming-of-age stories, 'Never the Wind' promises to keep you enthralled. Dive into a narrative praised by Publishers Weekly for its cerebral horror elements. Your journey through this beautifully crafted work begins here. Don't miss out; order your copy today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789099812
Year: 2022
Publisher: Titan Publishing Group
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789099812
Year: 2022
Publisher: Titan Publishing Group
Description:
Praise God, never the wind
1996 — Luca Saracino is thirteen and has been completely blind for eight months when his parents move to a Southern Italian farmhouse they dream of turning into a hotel. With his brother dropping out of university and the family reeling from Luca’s diagnosis, they are chasing dreams of rebirth and reinvention.
As Luca tells his story without sight - experiencing the world solely through hearing, smell, taste and touch — he meets the dauntless Ada Guadalupi, who takes him out to explore the rocky fields and empty beaches. But Luca and Ada find they can’t escape the grudges that have lasted between their families for generations, or the gossiping of the town. And Luca is preyed upon by the feral Wanderer, who walks the vineyards of his home.
As Luca's family starts to crack at the seams, Luca and Ada have to navigate new lands and old rivalries to uncover the truths spoken as whispers on the wind.
'Heavenly Creatures meets Mary Stewart’s lushly scenic gothic thrillers in Dimitri’s eerie sophomore work of religious horror...truly spooky...plenty here to fascinate fans of cerebral horror.' — Publishers Weekly
'It's a ghost story and a love story, full of life and passion, and knowledge. It's a wonderful book.' —Aliya Whiteley, award-winning author of The Beauty, The Loosening Skin and Skyward Inn
'Francesco Dimitri has set himself what would be a daunting challenge for any writer, and he has risen to that challenge with aplomb. The result is beautiful and life-affirming and profound, and
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789099812
Year: 2022
Publisher: Titan Publishing Group
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789099812
Year: 2022
Publisher: Titan Publishing Group
Description:
Praise God, never the wind
1996 — Luca Saracino is thirteen and has been completely blind for eight months when his parents move to a Southern Italian farmhouse they dream of turning into a hotel. With his brother dropping out of university and the family reeling from Luca’s diagnosis, they are chasing dreams of rebirth and reinvention.
As Luca tells his story without sight - experiencing the world solely through hearing, smell, taste and touch — he meets the dauntless Ada Guadalupi, who takes him out to explore the rocky fields and empty beaches. But Luca and Ada find they can’t escape the grudges that have lasted between their families for generations, or the gossiping of the town. And Luca is preyed upon by the feral Wanderer, who walks the vineyards of his home.
As Luca's family starts to crack at the seams, Luca and Ada have to navigate new lands and old rivalries to uncover the truths spoken as whispers on the wind.
'Heavenly Creatures meets Mary Stewart’s lushly scenic gothic thrillers in Dimitri’s eerie sophomore work of religious horror...truly spooky...plenty here to fascinate fans of cerebral horror.' — Publishers Weekly
'It's a ghost story and a love story, full of life and passion, and knowledge. It's a wonderful book.' —Aliya Whiteley, award-winning author of The Beauty, The Loosening Skin and Skyward Inn
'Francesco Dimitri has set himself what would be a daunting challenge for any writer, and he has risen to that challenge with aplomb. The result is beautiful and life-affirming and profound, and