The Monk Upstairs: A Novel - Brossura

Farrington, Tim

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ISBN 10: 0060859563 ISBN 13: 9780060859565

Casa editrice: HarperOne, 2008

Riassunto

Having fallen in love with a preoccupied monk against her will, Rebecca Martin finds her life turned upside down by Mike's spiritual routine and belief system, which include a continual meditation practice, an avoidance of all social situations, and an unrelenting search for his higher calling. Reprint. 30,000 first printing.

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Recensione

“A fun, lively novel about what happens to a couple after the initial glow of love.” (Library Journal)

“A rare realistic portrait of a romantic relationship between two complicated, funny, loving adults.” (Booklist)

“I am caught and held firm by Tim Farrington’s tender treatment of his characters and their humanity.” (Jennifer Lauck, New York Times Bestselling author of Blackbird)

“Farrington writes with deft humor and poignancy about human relationships and the quirks of the human heart.” (Lolly Winston, author of Good Grief)

“Consistently witty and utterly charming...” (Washington Post Book World)

“An enjoyable read with interesting and engaging characters who spur us to think more seriously about love, faith, death.” (Spirituality and Health magazine)

L'autore

Tim Farrington is the author of Lizzie's War, The Monk Downstairs,—a New York Times Notable Book—and The Monk Upstairs, as well as the critically acclaimed novels The California Book of the Dead and Blues for Hannah.

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• Editore: HarperOne
• Data di pubblicazione: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0060859563
• ISBN 13: 9780060859565
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 272