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Rachel Elliott

Category Fiction
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English

ISBN 9781472259462

Rs. 1,598

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Flamingo

Flamingo

By Rachel Elliott · Published by Headline Review

Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction who enjoy character-driven stories with emotional depth

In a sun-drenched garden, three ornamental flamingos serve as potent emblems of an impossibly happy past for Sherry and her family. They symbolize the summer when two families—Sherry, Leslie, and their daughters Rae and Pauline, alongside Eve and her son Daniel—were intricately linked by love, welcome, and unspoken tenderness. However, when Eve abruptly departs, the vibrant happiness fades to grey, leaving behind a profound void. Years later, a broken, adult Daniel reappears at Sherry's door, stirring forgotten memories and reigniting the lingering question: where is Eve, and what truly happened to her?Why You Should Read? Unravel a compelling mystery woven through a dual timeline, exploring the reverberations of past events on present lives. Experience a rich narrative delving into the complexities of love, friendship, and unconventional family bonds. Discover a story that champions kindness, acceptance, and the enduring power of hope amidst heartbreak. Engage with deeply drawn characters as they navigate loss, healing, and the search for belonging.

Highlights

  • Dual timeline narrative exploring past and present
  • Focus on unconventional family bonds and friendship
  • Themes of loss, healing, and the search for belonging
  • Centers on the mystery of Eve's disappearance

Themes

Loss · Healing · Friendship · Family bonds · Hope · Mystery

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Category Fiction
Publisher Headline Review
ISBN 9781472259462
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English
Authenticity 100% Authentic Edition
SKU 2010000106921

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Questions about this book

What is the book about?

It's about two families whose lives are intertwined during a happy summer, but when one woman, Eve, abruptly leaves, it leaves a void. Years later, her son Daniel returns, prompting questions about what happened.

Does the book have a mystery element?

Yes, there is a lingering question about where Eve went and what truly happened to her, which adds a compelling mystery to the narrative.

What are the main themes?

The novel explores love, friendship, unconventional family bonds, loss, healing, and the enduring power of hope amidst heartbreak.

Is the story told in a linear timeline?

No, it uses a dual timeline, weaving between the past summer and the present day, showing how past events reverberate on present lives.