Bøger af Mary Lawson

In den 30er Jahren des 20 Jahrhunderts wachsen im nördlichen Ontario, Kanada, zwei Brüder auf einer kleinen Farm zu sehr verschiedenen Männern heran. Als die schöne Laura in ihr beider Leben tritt, ist ein Konflikt unvermeidbar. 20 Jahre später beginnt der junge Ian auf der Farm der Brüder zu arbeiten. Wie kommt er mit dieser Umgebung zurecht und wie genau ist sein Verhältnis zu Laura?Mary Lawson verbindet in ihrem für den Booker Prize 2006 nominierten Buch auf clevere Weise diese verschiedenen Erzählstränge und erweckt ein lebendiges Bild Kanadas aus der Zeit vor und nach dem Krieg zum Leben."A beautiful read, on every level." The Independent

Discover this powerful novel about a family falling apart. 'Tender and surprising... Disturbing letters from home begin to arrive and torn between her independence and family ties, Megan must make an impossible choice. 'Every bit as good as I expected.

**LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE**A powerful, heart-breaking story about tempting fate and living with the consequencesArthur and Jake are brothers yet worlds apart. Arthur is older, shy, dutiful and set to inherit his father's farm.

Crow Lake, a captivating novel by Mary Lawson, is a must-read for any book lover. Published in 2003 by Vintage Publishing, this book transports readers to the heart of rural Canada, where they get to experience a unique exploration of family bonds and the power of memory. The story, set against the harsh, rugged landscape of Crow Lake, is a testament to Lawson's mastery of her craft. The author skillfully weaves a tale that is as much about the struggles of life as it is about the beauty of resilience. As a work of contemporary fiction, it stands out in its genre for its deep character development and evocative storytelling. If you're looking for a book that will move you and stay with you long after you've turned the last page, Crow Lake is the one. Vintage Publishing has always been known for its quality publications, and this book is no exception.