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The Fountains of Silence

By Ruta Sepetys
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The Fountains of Silence is set in 1950s Madrid against the backdrop of Franco’s Spain. It follows an aspiring American photographer named Daniel who arrives in the city, full of dreams and questions about the country's hidden past. Through his interactions with local Spaniards, Daniel uncovers a tapestry of secrets, romance, and the harsh realities of life under a dictatorship. This historical novel enlightens readers on the impact of political repression and the resilience of the human spirit.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by historical fiction that delves into the complexities of post-Civil War Spain. It offers a rich exploration of family secrets, love and political tension, making it an engaging read for those who appreciate stories with a strong sense of place and time.

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The Fountains of Silence

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The Fountains of Silence is a haunting and romantic novel set in post-war Spain by Carnegie Medal-winning author Ruta Sepetys, known for her work in Salt to the Sea.

Madrid, 1957. Daniel, young, wealthy, and unsure of his place in the world, views the city through the lens of his camera. Ana is a hotel maid whose family is suffering under the fascist dictatorship of General Franco. Their lives and hearts collide as they unite to uncover the hidden darkness within the city—a darkness that could engulf them all.

Carnegie Medal-winning author Ruta Sepetys once again shines a light into one of history's darkest corners in this epic, heart-wrenching novel about identity, unforgettable love, and the hidden violence of silence.

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The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys is widely praised for its historical insight and storytelling, depicting Spain under Francisco Franco with the same intensity as dystopian settings like Margaret Atwood's Gilead. Critics commend it as a captivating and timely work that exposes themes of modern fascism and highlights human resilience, marking it as exemplary and gripping historical fiction.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241421857

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 355g

Pages: 512

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Ruta Sepetys Young Adult

About the Author

Ruta Sepetys is a New York Times bestselling author and winner of the Carnegie Medal. She was born and raised in Michigan in a family of artists, readers and music lovers. The daughter of a refugee, Ruta is drawn to under-represented stories of strength through struggle and hopes to give a voice to those who weren't able to tell their story. Her award-winning historical novels are published in over fifty countries and have received over forty literary prizes.

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