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Solitude, mystery, and resilience on a snowy isle.
"The Vanishing Act" is a bewitching tale for those drawn to coming-of-age stories wrapped in enigma. Minou’s introspective journey, set against an isolated wintry backdrop, unfolds with a blend of whimsy and poignancy that invites reflection on loss and hope. The quiet beauty of the prose and the question of the boy's arrival might just capture and thaw your heart.
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ISBN: 9780099572473
Authors:
Mette Jakobsen
Publisher: Vintage
Date of Publication: 2012-08-30
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.32
(rated by 1932 readers)
Description
This is a story about a snow-covered island you won't find on any map. It's the story of a girl, Minou. A year ago, her mother walked out into the rain and never came back. It's a story about a magician and a priest and a dog called No Name. It's about a father's endless hunt for the truth. It's about a dead boy who listens, and Minou's search for her mother's voice. It's a story you will never forget.
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Solitude, mystery, and resilience on a snowy isle.
"The Vanishing Act" is a bewitching tale for those drawn to coming-of-age stories wrapped in enigma. Minou’s introspective journey, set against an isolated wintry backdrop, unfolds with a blend of whimsy and poignancy that invites reflection on loss and hope. The quiet beauty of the prose and the question of the boy's arrival might just capture and thaw your heart.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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