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Anthony Doerr
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
384
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
Historical fiction with a sweeping, cinematic scope follows two women who have been wronged by society as they navigate power, artistry, and peril—from the chaos of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake to the glittering palaces of Versailles and a pivotal Paris costume ball. The central themes are resilience, justice, and the costs of chasing fortune, crafted for adult readers who relish historical suspense, richly drawn period detail, and female-led narratives.
The story unfolds through two intertwined journeys. A soprano seeking a comeback and a Chinatown embroideress determined to shape her own future cross paths with a magnetic railroad magnate and a legendary relic that pulls their lives into a dangerous orbit. When disaster strikes and the magnate disappears, a mystery deepens, and five years later the relic resurfaces at a lavish Paris ball, sending them on one last, urgent quest for truth and closure.
The reading experience is immersive through dual timelines, vivid period detail, and a narrative voice that stays close to both women's perspectives. Distinct settings move from smoky city theaters to marble-lined halls, and the pacing builds with secrets, betrayals, and moments of courage. Readers move through the story by following cause-and-effect threads that connect past choices to present consequences.
Readers finish with a sense of empowerment, curiosity about history, and a lasting appreciation for courage and perseverance. The story invites reflection on justice, friendship, and the ways ordinary people shape grand moments in history, leaving a hopeful, lingering impression.
Product Details
Author
Anthony Doerr
Number of Pages
384
Language
English
SKU
BK0518812
ISBN
9780008644543
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.9x2.8x19.8cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 499
₹ 424
₹ 75 Off