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Dive into the emotional depths of 'Welcome to America,' a gripping novel that captures the complexity of family dynamics and individual struggles. In this compelling narrative, we meet Ellen, a young girl who has stopped speaking, haunted by the belief that she may have caused her father's tragic fate. Her brother isolates himself, barricaded in the confines of his room, while their mother, a celebrated actress, insists on maintaining a facade of normalcy, exclaiming, 'We’re a family of light!' But beneath this veneer lies a chilling reality as darkness creeps into their lives. This trade paperback, published by World Editions in 2019, delves into themes of trauma, isolation, and the yearning for connection amidst crisis. That's just a glimpse into the world crafted by the author, as readers are invited to explore the emotional turmoil and the profound love that can both bind and break a family. Make 'Welcome to America' a part of your collection today—it’s a poignant read for anyone interested in contemporary family dramas and psychological explorations. Enjoy free shipping on this item, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Add this BRAND NEW book, ISBN 9781642860412, to your reading list 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: 9781642860412
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
A family on the brink of disaster...
Ellen's stopped talking. She thinks she may have killed her dad. Her brother's barricaded himself in his room. Their mother, a successful actress, carries on as normal. We're a family of light! she insists. But darkness seeps in everywhere and in their separate worlds each of them longs for togetherness.
Welcome to America is a scintillating portrait of a sensitive, strong-willed child in the throes of trauma, a family on the brink of implosion, and the love that threatens to tear them apart.
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: 9781642860412
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
A family on the brink of disaster...
Ellen's stopped talking. She thinks she may have killed her dad. Her brother's barricaded himself in his room. Their mother, a successful actress, carries on as normal. We're a family of light! she insists. But darkness seeps in everywhere and in their separate worlds each of them longs for togetherness.
Welcome to America is a scintillating portrait of a sensitive, strong-willed child in the throes of trauma, a family on the brink of implosion, and the love that threatens to tear them apart.