Ben Martin is charming and successful: an academic who has raised money for children's charities and worked with women's agencies in sub- Saharan Africa, a devoted husband. But when his brother Francois, an artist based in Lisbon, finds out about Ben's affair with a student, Rita Kalungal, he finds himself feeling responsible both for his brother's actions as well as Rita; and Rita begins to realise that her involvement with Ben has far-reaching consequences on herself and her family, and others.
'Sheena Kalayil's first novel shows an almost preternatural skill and power. This quiet story becomes a compelling page-turner.' - Manchester Review
'A bittersweet, uplifting tone makes it impossible to put down ... Kalayil writes beautifully, painting colourful portraits of her characters and managing her story's unexpected twists with aplomb' - Scotland on Sunday
Product code: 9781846974502
| ISBN |
9781846974502 |
| Dimensions (HxWxD in mm) |
H200xW130xS25 |
| No. Of Pages |
256 |
| Publisher |
Birlinn General |