Isbn: 9781542032339 - an impossible return: a novel (32 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Winner of the Prix Maison de la PresseAn epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.It's 1967 in the Chagos Archipelago-a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean-and life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelago's administrator; it's love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighboring islands welcome a new son, Joséphin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercy-a betrayal that will put their love to the test.Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds.…

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Winner of the Prix Maison de la PresseAn epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.It's 1967 in the Chagos Archipelago-a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean-and life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelago's administrator; it's love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighboring islands welcome a new son, Joséphin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercy-a betrayal that will put their love to the test.Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. *Winner of the Prix Maison de la Presse*An epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.Its 1967 in the Chagos Archipelago a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean and life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelagos administrator; its love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighbouring islands welcome a new son, Josephin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercy a betrayal that will put their love to the test.Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds.'Franco-Mauritian writer Laurent, in her potent English-language debut, overlays a tragic love story onto a powerful account of historical injustice in the Chagos ArchipelagoThanks to Laurents devastating work, readers will, indeed, have their eyes and hearts opened.' Publishers Weekly (starred review)'While Rivage de la colere is a novel about exile and impossible love, it is nevertheless about hope too. It is an ambitious and sweeping story written with sensitivity that renders a geopolitical and human tragedy through its credible and endearing characters.' LOrient Litteraire'A beautiful portrayal of a strong womana harrowing novel, stirred with anger, that Caroline Laurent has written with great passion.' Liberation'Caroline Laurent writes about the Chagossian peoples removal and anger with finesse and emotion.' Le Parisien Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Winner of the Prix Maison de la PresseAn epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.Its 1967 in the Chagos Archipelagoa group of atolls in the Indian Oceanand life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelagos administrator; its love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighboring islands welcome a new son, Josephin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercya betrayal that will put their love to the test.Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

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Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 367 pages. 8.23x5.43x1.02 inches. In Stock.

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Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 367 pages. 8.23x5.43x1.02 inches. In Stock.

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Soft cover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. * PUBLISHER: AMAZON CROSSING YEAR:2022 * ISBN/SBN: 9781542032339 * No OF PAGES: 339 * CONDITION: USED - GOOD *OTHER: *PROOF* THE BOOK IS IN GOOD CONDITION. THE COVER IS LIGHTLY RUBBED WITH MILD BUMPING ALONG THE EDGES AND CORNERS. THE BINDING IS FIRM. THE PAGES ARE CLEAR AND CRISP. THE PAGES ARE GENERALLY CLEAN AND CREASE FREE. THIS IS A GOOD EXAMPLE OF AN INTERESTING BOOK.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. *Winner of the Prix Maison de la Presse*An epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.Its 1967 in the Chagos Archipelago a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean and life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelagos administrator; its love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighbouring islands welcome a new son, Josephin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercy a betrayal that will put their love to the test.Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds.'Franco-Mauritian writer Laurent, in her potent English-language debut, overlays a tragic love story onto a powerful account of historical injustice in the Chagos ArchipelagoThanks to Laurents devastating work, readers will, indeed, have their eyes and hearts opened.' Publishers Weekly (starred review)'While Rivage de la colere is a novel about exile and impossible love, it is nevertheless about hope too. It is an ambitious and sweeping story written with sensitivity that renders a geopolitical and human tragedy through its credible and endearing characters.' LOrient Litteraire'A beautiful portrayal of a strong womana harrowing novel, stirred with anger, that Caroline Laurent has written with great passion.' Liberation'Caroline Laurent writes about the Chagossian peoples removal and anger with finesse and emotion.' Le Parisien Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Winner of the Prix Maison de la PresseAn epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.It's 1967 in the Chagos Archipelago-a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean-and life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelago's administrator; it's love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighboring islands welcome a new son, Joséphin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercy-a betrayal that will put their love to the test.Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. *Winner of the Prix Maison de la Presse*An epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.Its 1967 in the Chagos Archipelago a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean and life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelagos administrator; its love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighbouring islands welcome a new son, Josephin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercy a betrayal that will put their love to the test.Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds.'Franco-Mauritian writer Laurent, in her potent English-language debut, overlays a tragic love story onto a powerful account of historical injustice in the Chagos ArchipelagoThanks to Laurents devastating work, readers will, indeed, have their eyes and hearts opened.' Publishers Weekly (starred review)'While Rivage de la colere is a novel about exile and impossible love, it is nevertheless about hope too. It is an ambitious and sweeping story written with sensitivity that renders a geopolitical and human tragedy through its credible and endearing characters.' LOrient Litteraire'A beautiful portrayal of a strong womana harrowing novel, stirred with anger, that Caroline Laurent has written with great passion.' Liberation'Caroline Laurent writes about the Chagossian peoples removal and anger with finesse and emotion.' Le Parisien Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…