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Abbie Greaves

    Abbie Greaves tisse des récits qui explorent la complexité des liens humains et la quête de compréhension dans le monde contemporain. Son écriture se caractérise par une exploration profonde des paysages émotionnels des personnages et de leurs luttes intérieures. À travers son œuvre, elle examine des thèmes tels que la solitude, l'espoir et la résilience de l'esprit humain. Greaves crée des histoires captivantes qui résonnent auprès des lecteurs par leur authenticité et leur profondeur émotionnelle.

    Abbie Greaves
    Anywhere for You
    The Silent Treatment
    • 2021
    • 2020

      The Silent Treatment

      • 400pages
      • 14 heures de lecture
      3,6(3533)Évaluer

      A BBC Radio 2 Book Club pick, this remarkable debut explores a lifetime of love, six months of silence, and one last chance. Frank hasn't spoken to his wife Maggie for six months, sharing their home, bed, and meals without a word. While Maggie speculates on Frank's silence, it takes a heartbreaking event for him to begin revealing the secrets that have kept him quiet. Is this the end of their story, or the beginning of a new chapter? With characters that resonate deeply, the narrative celebrates the profound power of love and the necessity of open communication. Critics have praised it as an original and moving debut, highlighting the tension and tenderness in the portrayal of marriage. The writing is described as beautiful and insightful, with Maggie and Frank portrayed as unforgettable characters. The book has garnered acclaim for its empathetic storytelling and has been recommended as a must-read by various publications. Readers will find themselves captivated by the emotional depth and the compelling mystery that unfolds, making it a powerful and heart-wrenching tale. The novel’s clever structure and poignant themes of love and hope underscore the importance of finding the right words in relationships.

      The Silent Treatment