Description
Discover a poignant tale in this gripping debut novel, perfect for enthusiasts of Station Eleven and Everything I Never Told You. Set against a backdrop of ecological disaster, this story follows Franny Stone, a resilient young woman who embarks on an extraordinary journey to trace the last migration of the Arctic terns. Her quest mirrors her own desperate search for redemption amidst a haunting past filled with loss, love, and a tragic crime. As animal populations dwindle and commercial fishing faces extinction, Franny's determination propels her onto one of the last boats heading south, where she must confront dark secrets and her profound longing for connection. This beautifully crafted narrative, rich in emotion and urgency, will captivate readers and leave them pondering the ties that bind us and the lengths we go for love. Immerse yourself in this powerful exploration of survival, sacrifice, and the indomitable human spirit. Don't miss out on experiencing a story celebrated by Emily St John Mandel and Geraldine Brooks. Order today and embark on a literary journey that will resonate long after the last page is turned. Delivery information: Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781760893323, Format: B-format paperback, Year: 2021, Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd, Pages: 272.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760893323
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 272
Description:
For readers of Station Eleven and Everything I Never Told You, a debut novel set on the brink of catastrophe, as a young woman chases the world's last birds - and her own final chance for redemption.
'An extraordinary novel... as beautiful and as wrenching as anything I've ever read.' Emily St John Mandel
'This novel is enchanting, but not in some safe, fairytale sense. Charlotte McConaghy has harnessed the rough magic that sears our souls. I recommend The Last Migration with my whole heart.' Geraldine Brooks
For readers of Station Eleven and Everything I Never Told You, a debut novel set on the brink of catastrophe, as a young woman chases the world's last birds - and her own final chance for redemption.
A dark past. An impossible journey. The will to survive.
How far you would you go for love? Franny Stone is determined to go to the end of the earth, following the last of the Arctic terns on what may be their final migration to Antarctica.
As animal populations plummet and commercial fishing faces prohibition, Franny talks her way onto one of the few remaining boats heading south. But as she and the eccentric crew travel further from shore and safety, the dark secrets of Franny's life begin to unspool. A daughter's yearning search for her mother. An impulsive, passionate marriage. A shocking crime. Haunted by love and violence, Franny must confront what she is really running towards - and from.
Previously published as The Last Migration, this is a wild, gripping and dee
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760893323
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 272
Description:
For readers of Station Eleven and Everything I Never Told You, a debut novel set on the brink of catastrophe, as a young woman chases the world's last birds - and her own final chance for redemption.
'An extraordinary novel... as beautiful and as wrenching as anything I've ever read.' Emily St John Mandel
'This novel is enchanting, but not in some safe, fairytale sense. Charlotte McConaghy has harnessed the rough magic that sears our souls. I recommend The Last Migration with my whole heart.' Geraldine Brooks
For readers of Station Eleven and Everything I Never Told You, a debut novel set on the brink of catastrophe, as a young woman chases the world's last birds - and her own final chance for redemption.
A dark past. An impossible journey. The will to survive.
How far you would you go for love? Franny Stone is determined to go to the end of the earth, following the last of the Arctic terns on what may be their final migration to Antarctica.
As animal populations plummet and commercial fishing faces prohibition, Franny talks her way onto one of the few remaining boats heading south. But as she and the eccentric crew travel further from shore and safety, the dark secrets of Franny's life begin to unspool. A daughter's yearning search for her mother. An impulsive, passionate marriage. A shocking crime. Haunted by love and violence, Franny must confront what she is really running towards - and from.
Previously published as The Last Migration, this is a wild, gripping and dee