The Trick to Time

Name: The Trick to Time
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241973417
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By Kit de Waal

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Summary

The Trick to Time by Kit de Waal tells the poignant story of Mona, a woman who reflects on her life and the impact of love and loss. Set against the backdrop of vibrant 1970s Birmingham and the quieter present day, Mona crafts beautifully detailed dolls that hold deep personal meaning, intertwining her memories with her unique artistry. This touching narrative explores themes of healing, memory, and the passage of time.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy poignant tales that explore themes of love, loss, and healing, all wrapped in a beautifully emotive narrative. The story intricately weaves past and present, pulling at heartstrings with its tender examination of life's fleeting moments and the enduring power of memory. Perfect for readers who appreciate deeply human stories with richly developed characters.

The Trick to Time

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A universal story of love and loss with one of those cunning endings that makes you want to reread the whole book - The Times

Some moments you want to last forever. Some moments shape a life.

For Mona, it's the joy of playing on a Wexford beach as a young girl, next to her family's cottage overlooking the Irish sea. The thrill of moving to Birmingham with a new job and a room of her own in a busy boarding-house. Meeting the love of her life; a whirlwind marriage; a sudden, tragic loss.

But now, decades later, Mona is determined to find happiness before it's too late. She knows that every moment is precious. But can we ever let go of the past that shaped us?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Trick to Time is praised for its tender depiction of love and loss, with a mature heroine whose story spans decades. Critics admire de Waal's skill in balancing emotional depth with sensitivity, making it a moving and enlightening read. The narrative weaves tragedy and joy, embodying life's complexities, while its emotional intensity and beautifully crafted prose have been compared to classic love stories.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241973417

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 July 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 191g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Kit de Waal, born to an Irish mother and Caribbean father, was brought up among the Irish community of Birmingham in the 60's and 70's. Her debut novel My Name Is Leon was an international bestseller, shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award, longlisted for the Desmond Elliott Prize and won the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award for 2017. Her second novel, The Trick to Time, was longlisted for the Women's Prize and her young adult novel Becoming Dinah is shortlisted for the Carnegie CLIP Award 2020. She also crowdfunded and edited an anthology of working class memoir, Common People, which was published in 2018. Kit was named the FutureBook Person of the Year in 2019.

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