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Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir
ISBN 9781782270133
Rs. 960
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Butterflies in November
Who it's for: Readers who enjoy literary fiction with dark humor and travel elements
A woman's life takes an unexpected turn after a day of being dumped and accidentally killing a goose. Her dreams of a tropical escape are interrupted when she reluctantly becomes responsible for her best friend's deaf-mute son. A shared lottery win then propels them on an unconventional road trip across Iceland, encountering unique landscapes, quirky characters, and a series of her ex-partners.Why You Should Read? Explores themes of unexpected connection, responsibility, and self-discovery. Offers a darkly humorous and moving narrative set against a unique Icelandic backdrop. Provides a compelling journey of navigating life's chaos and past mistakes. Features memorable characters and an engaging road trip adventure.
Highlights
- Darkly humorous narrative set in Iceland
- Road trip adventure with a deaf-mute child
- Explores themes of connection and self-discovery
- Features quirky characters and ex-partners
- Translated from Icelandic by Brian FitzGibbon
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
A woman's life changes after being dumped and accidentally killing a goose. She ends up caring for her best friend's deaf-mute son, and a lottery win leads them on a road trip across Iceland, where they encounter various landscapes and people.
Who is the author?
Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir, with the English translation by Brian FitzGibbon.
What genre is this book?
It is fiction, specifically a novel with elements of humor and travel.
Is this book set in Iceland?
Yes, the road trip takes place across Iceland, featuring its unique landscapes.
What are some themes explored in the book?
Themes include unexpected connection, responsibility, and self-discovery.