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Discover a compelling narrative that intertwines family, politics, and the pursuit of justice in this enthralling trade paperback, published in 2021 by Red Hen Press. The gripping tale revolves around Serguey, a young and ambitious Cuban lawyer who seems to have it all—until the unexpected arrival of his estranged brother, Victor, turns his life upside down. With gripping prose and profound emotional depth, this book shines a light on the complexities of familial ties amidst the backdrop of a politically charged Cuba. When news breaks that their father, the esteemed theater director Felipe Blanco, has been detained under suspicious circumstances, Serguey is drawn back to his childhood haunts in Havana's decaying suburbs. Through rich storytelling, readers are taken on a journey filled with intrigue as Serguey uncovers connections to an enigmatic dramaturge who may hold the key to his father's freedom. With the aid of a social media activist and his wife's connections in the church, he navigates a treacherous landscape to reveal long-buried family secrets and confront the shadows of his past. This book is essential for lovers of literary fiction, political thrillers, and heartfelt family sagas. Available in brand new condition with a free shipping offer, this trade paperback will be a stunning addition to your collection. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781597091145.
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: 9781597091145
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Red Hen Press
Description:
Happily married, backed by a powerful mentor, and with career prospects that would take him abroad, Serguey has more than any young Cuban lawyer could ask for. But when his estranged brother Victor appears with news that their father—famed theater director Felipe Blanco—has been detained for what he suspects are political reasons, Serguey’s privileged life is suddenly shaken.A return to his childhood home in Havana’s decaying suburbs—a place filled with art, politics, and the remnants of a dissolving family—reconnects Serguey with his troubled past. He learns of an elusive dramaturge’s link to Felipe, a man who could be key to his father’s release. With the help of a social media activist and his wife’s ties with the Catholic Church, Serguey sets out to unlock the mystery of Felipe’s arrest and, in the process, is forced to confront the reasons for the hostility between him and Victor: two violent childhood episodes that scarred them in unforgettable ways. On the verge of imprisonment, Serguey realizes he must make a decision regarding not just his father, but his family and his own future, a decision which, under the harsh shadow of a communist state, he cannot afford to regret.
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: 9781597091145
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Red Hen Press
Description:
Happily married, backed by a powerful mentor, and with career prospects that would take him abroad, Serguey has more than any young Cuban lawyer could ask for. But when his estranged brother Victor appears with news that their father—famed theater director Felipe Blanco—has been detained for what he suspects are political reasons, Serguey’s privileged life is suddenly shaken.A return to his childhood home in Havana’s decaying suburbs—a place filled with art, politics, and the remnants of a dissolving family—reconnects Serguey with his troubled past. He learns of an elusive dramaturge’s link to Felipe, a man who could be key to his father’s release. With the help of a social media activist and his wife’s ties with the Catholic Church, Serguey sets out to unlock the mystery of Felipe’s arrest and, in the process, is forced to confront the reasons for the hostility between him and Victor: two violent childhood episodes that scarred them in unforgettable ways. On the verge of imprisonment, Serguey realizes he must make a decision regarding not just his father, but his family and his own future, a decision which, under the harsh shadow of a communist state, he cannot afford to regret.