Description
Immerse yourself in the enthralling journey of 'The Dust Never Settles,' a poignant narrative by Ana Echevarría that intricately weaves history and memory. Set against the evocative backdrop of Lima, this breathtaking trade paperback unveils the emotional saga of a woman returning to her ancestral home, the infamous 'yellow house.' ISBN 9780861543168 unlocks a world where ghosts of the past linger, demanding recognition and closure. Experience the haunting echoes of family secrets, injustices, and the rich tapestry of Peruvian culture as Echevarría guides readers through this compelling tale of reckoning and healing.
This brand new edition, published by Bloomsbury in 2022, is a must-read for anyone fascinated by magical realism and deep emotional storytelling. Ideal for fans of Isabel Allende and Kazuo Ishiguro, this book promises to seduce, entice, and mesmerize. Discover how the whispers of the past shape the present and the importance of facing one's history. The powerful voice of Echevarría creates an unforgettable reading experience that will linger long after the last page.
Don't miss out on this groundbreaking debut novel that explores themes of memory, family, and identity. Available for swift delivery, you'll be enveloped in a world where the dust of history never truly settles.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780861543168
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
'A breath-taking writer of singular voice.' Patrick Flanery, author of Absolution
'I have seen ghosts. They will not rest. The whispers of the past are all around...'
Ana s Echevarraa is returning to Lima to sell her ancestral home, the notorious 'yellow house' that looms over the sprawling capital below, its history woven into the fabric of the city. But concealed within its walls are spectres from the past that demand her attention, the echoing voices of the family who lived in this grand home, and the injustices on which both the country and the house were built.
In Lima, where elapsed time coats every surface like a layer of fine dust, these ghosts will not rest until the sins of the past are atoned for. And, while Ana s comes to terms with her history, the present threatens to overwhelm her. Pregnant, nervous and alone, what begins as an uneasy homecoming soon becomes a reckoning with secrets that refuse to stay buried.
Perfect for fans of Isabel Allende and Kazuo Ishiguro, this hauntingly beautiful debut will seduce, entice and mesmerise.
This brand new edition, published by Bloomsbury in 2022, is a must-read for anyone fascinated by magical realism and deep emotional storytelling. Ideal for fans of Isabel Allende and Kazuo Ishiguro, this book promises to seduce, entice, and mesmerize. Discover how the whispers of the past shape the present and the importance of facing one's history. The powerful voice of Echevarría creates an unforgettable reading experience that will linger long after the last page.
Don't miss out on this groundbreaking debut novel that explores themes of memory, family, and identity. Available for swift delivery, you'll be enveloped in a world where the dust of history never truly settles.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780861543168
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Description:
'A breath-taking writer of singular voice.' Patrick Flanery, author of Absolution
'I have seen ghosts. They will not rest. The whispers of the past are all around...'
Ana s Echevarraa is returning to Lima to sell her ancestral home, the notorious 'yellow house' that looms over the sprawling capital below, its history woven into the fabric of the city. But concealed within its walls are spectres from the past that demand her attention, the echoing voices of the family who lived in this grand home, and the injustices on which both the country and the house were built.
In Lima, where elapsed time coats every surface like a layer of fine dust, these ghosts will not rest until the sins of the past are atoned for. And, while Ana s comes to terms with her history, the present threatens to overwhelm her. Pregnant, nervous and alone, what begins as an uneasy homecoming soon becomes a reckoning with secrets that refuse to stay buried.
Perfect for fans of Isabel Allende and Kazuo Ishiguro, this hauntingly beautiful debut will seduce, entice and mesmerise.