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The Island of Longing
- Narrated by: Aoife McMahon
- Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins
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The Island of Longing
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Publisher's Summary
From the #1 Irish bestselling author of When All Is Said and Listening Still comes a haunting, exquisitely written story of enduring love that asks us - would you ever give up on trying to find your child, if they vanished without a trace?
One unremarkable afternoon, Rosie watched her daughter Saoirse cycle into town, expecting to hear the slam of the door when she returned a few hours later. But the slam never came.
Eight years on, after an extensive investigation into her disappearance, Rosie is the only person who stubbornly believes that her child might still be alive. When Rosie receives a call from her father, asking her to return home for the summer, she is forced out of her limbo. Life on the island of Roaring Bay revives old rivalries, but it also brings new friendships and unexpected solace.
Yet, when a sudden glimmer of hope appears, Rosie is forced to face an impossible question: is she right to think that Saoirse is still alive? Or will her belief that her daughter will one day return to her come at the cost of everything she has left?
Critic Reviews
"An elegant and moving account of family loss and reconnection, this is Anne Griffin's best novel yet." (John Boyne)
"An immensely powerful novel by a storyteller of rare gifts." (Joseph O'Connor)
"Anne takes a deep dive into the soul of the mother of a missing child and the result is a story that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Beautifully written and sensitive without ever being sentimental, this is a stunning portrait by a master craftswoman. I loved it." (Liz Nugent)
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- Lovelovebooks
- 22-05-2023
Intense
This book is very emotional, plumbing deep down into human emotions reminding us about what is important in life. Narration is perfect. The writing is intricate and exacting. It might not be a page turner but will stay with this reader for a while.
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