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Discover the heartfelt narrative of You Bring the Distant Near, a celebrated literary work that has garnered a spot on the 2017 National Book Award Longlist and received six prestigious starred reviews. This compelling novel intertwines the lives of three generations of women, exploring themes of sisterhood, first loves, and the rich tapestry of cultural inheritance. Perfect for fans of Nicola Yoon's The Sun Is Also a Star, this book resonates with anyone seeking a deep connection to family and identity.
Set against the backdrop of a diverse American landscape, the story unfolds through alternating teen voices, showcasing a grandmother's fears of cultural loss, a daughter's experience in a forbidden biracial love affair, and a granddaughter's passionate activism for Bengal tiger preservation. This gripping tale of family dynamics and cultural identity promises to be an engaging read for young adults and adults alike.
With a total of 320 pages, this beautifully crafted edition is published by St. Martin's Press and is suitable for anyone interested in novels that reflect diverse narratives and shared experiences. Take a journey through struggle and triumph and witness how these five women navigate their lives with strength and resilience, making You Bring the Distant Near an essential addition to your reading list.
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: 9781250233868
Year: 2019
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 320
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: 9781250233868
Year: 2019
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 320
Description:
A 2017 National Book Award Longlist Title with six starred reviews!
Told in alternating teen voices across three generations, You Bring the Distant Near explores sisterhood, first loves, friendship, and the inheritance of culture—for better or worse. Fans of Nicola Yoon's The Sun Is Also a Star will find a lot to love in this literary tour de force.
From a grandmother worried that her children are losing their Indian identity to a daughter wrapped up in a forbidden biracial love affair to a granddaughter social-activist fighting to preserve Bengali tigers, Perkins weaves together the threads of a family growing into an American identity.
Here is a sweeping story of five women at once intimately relatable and yet entirely new.
Set against the backdrop of a diverse American landscape, the story unfolds through alternating teen voices, showcasing a grandmother's fears of cultural loss, a daughter's experience in a forbidden biracial love affair, and a granddaughter's passionate activism for Bengal tiger preservation. This gripping tale of family dynamics and cultural identity promises to be an engaging read for young adults and adults alike.
With a total of 320 pages, this beautifully crafted edition is published by St. Martin's Press and is suitable for anyone interested in novels that reflect diverse narratives and shared experiences. Take a journey through struggle and triumph and witness how these five women navigate their lives with strength and resilience, making You Bring the Distant Near an essential addition to your reading list.
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: 9781250233868
Year: 2019
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 320
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: 9781250233868
Year: 2019
Publisher: St Martins Press
Pages: 320
Description:
A 2017 National Book Award Longlist Title with six starred reviews!
Told in alternating teen voices across three generations, You Bring the Distant Near explores sisterhood, first loves, friendship, and the inheritance of culture—for better or worse. Fans of Nicola Yoon's The Sun Is Also a Star will find a lot to love in this literary tour de force.
From a grandmother worried that her children are losing their Indian identity to a daughter wrapped up in a forbidden biracial love affair to a granddaughter social-activist fighting to preserve Bengali tigers, Perkins weaves together the threads of a family growing into an American identity.
Here is a sweeping story of five women at once intimately relatable and yet entirely new.