Wandering Souls
(Autor) Cecile PinLONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 'A mighty achievement' OCEAN VUONG 'Beautiful, brilliant' R. F. KUANG 'Dazzling' OBSERVER 'Will shatter your heart' GLAMOUR 'Powerful' SUNDAY TIMES An extraordinary story of the journey of one young family through love, loss and unwavering hope. There are the goodbyes and then the fishing out of the bodies - everything in between is speculation. One night, not long after the last American troops leave Vietnam, siblings Anh, Thanh and Minh flee their village and embark on a perilous journey in hope of a new life. Separated from their parents and fearing the worst they find themselves travelling alone in the world without a home to return to. After a twist of fate lands them in Thatcher's Britain, they must somehow build new lives there. Will the love they have for each other be enough to keep them together? Wandering Souls is a stunning, life-affirming testament to the healing power of stories. A Time and Guardian book of the year Shortlisted for the Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize 2023 'Poignant and lyrical' DAVID NICHOLLS 'A powerful story of courage, love and unwavering hope' MARIE CLAIRE 'Beautiful... I loved every word' PHILIPPA PERRY 'A deeply affecting reckoning with history' i-D 'Tells one of the most important stories of our times' LUCY CALDWELL 'Special ... Reading it is like watching a writer at work' NEW YORK TIMES
Cecile Pin
Cecile Pin is a French author known for her captivating and lyrical writing style. She has published several critically acclaimed works, with her most notable being the novel "The Song of the Sea," which won the prestigious Prix Goncourt.
Pin's works often explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. Her prose is characterized by its rich imagery and emotional depth, drawing readers into the worlds she creates with vivid detail and poignant storytelling.
Pin's impact on the literary genre has been significant, as she has been praised for her unique voice and ability to evoke powerful emotions in her readers. Her contributions to literature have earned her a devoted following and cemented her reputation as a masterful storyteller in the literary world.
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