What the Light Touches: A Novel
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Description
Acclaimed author Xavier Bosch weaves an emotional tale of love and intrigue in this novel about a woman on the cusp of middle age, her beloved grandma, and a strange houseguest who changes everything.
Seventeen-year-old Margaux doesn’t realize one photo could change the course of her life. But in German-occupied Paris, nothing makes sense anymore. Margaux fears the worst when her lover is arrested. And when her photo appears in Nazi propaganda, her family’s reputation and prospects suffer the consequences.
In 2008, Margaux has moved into a retirement home, and her granddaughter Barbara continues to live in the Paris apartment they used to share. Eager to escape unhappy circumstances, Barbara works remotely for a publishing company and rents out a room in “Mamie” Margaux’s apartment to help pay the bills.
One day, Barbara finds a stranger on her couch. Roger, who’s a curious photographer, uncovers shocking secrets about Barbara’s family. And when a snowstorm triggers a lockdown, he opens the door to tempting new possibilities.
A bestseller in its original Catalan at the 2023 Sant Jordi Book Fair, Bosch’s sweeping novel alternates between the two timelines, offering sustenance for historical fiction readers, WWII enthusiasts, and romantics alike.
From the Publisher
ASIN : B0CT4CGPMX
Publisher : Amazon Crossing (January 1, 2025)
Publication date : January 1, 2025
Language : English
File size : 4174 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 414 pages
Customers say
Customers find the story engaging and captivating. They describe the book as lovely, artistically written, and heartwarming. Many find the historical context interesting and enjoyable. However, some readers felt the first section was boring and confusing. Opinions vary on the writing quality – some find it beautiful and emotional, while others feel the narration lacks emotion and makes the read less believable. There are mixed views on character development – some find them well-developed and relatable, while others feel they’re not always believable.
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