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When art historian Max Morden returns to the seaside village where he once spent a childhood holiday, he is both escaping from a recent loss and confronting a distant trauma. The Grace family had appeared that long-ago summer as if from another world. Mr and Mrs Grace, with their worldly ease and candour, were unlike any adults he had met before. But it was his contemporaries, the Grace twins Myles and Chloe, who most fascinated Max. He grew to know them intricately, even intimately, and what ensued would haunt him for the rest of his years and shape everything that was to follow.
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A reflective exploration of childhood, loss, and memory.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to stories that delve into the deep waters of memory and emotion, this novel is a poignant choice. It beautifully captures how childhood encounters can leave a lasting imprint, shaping our understanding of life's shadows and light. Many readers find themselves captivated by its subtle, evocative storytelling that lingers long after the last page.
