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The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August

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The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North is a captivating science fiction tale that revolves around Harry August, who is repeatedly reborn into the same life with all the knowledge of his previous existences. As a member of the secretive Cronus Club, he navigates the complexities of time travel and seeks to prevent a potentially catastrophic event that threatens the fabric of history itself. This inventive narrative explores themes of reincarnation, destiny, and the moral dilemmas of altering time.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the concept of repeated lives and the nuances of time travel. It appeals to fans of intriguing sci-fi with a philosophical twist, who appreciate intricate narratives and pondering the meaning of existence and free will. The story weaves suspense and mystery as the protagonist attempts to prevent the end of the world in a life where he remembers everything from his past iterations.

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The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August

The extraordinary journey of one unforgettable character - a story of friendship and betrayal, loyalty and redemption, love and loneliness and the inevitable march of time. *Richard and Judy Book Club pick* *Waterstones Book Club Pick* *BBC Radio 2 Book Club pick*

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The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August begins with Harry on his deathbed. Again.

No matter what he does or the decisions he makes, when death comes, Harry always returns to where he began—a child with all the knowledge of a life he has already lived a dozen times before. Nothing ever changes.

Until now.

As Harry nears the end of his eleventh life, a little girl appears at his bedside. "I nearly missed you, Doctor August," she says. "I need to send a message."

This is the story of what Harry does next, and what he did before, and how he tries to save a past he cannot change and a future he cannot allow.

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The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North is praised for its readability and the believable, compelling nature of its narrative. Critics commend the book's beautiful and gripping storytelling, highlighting the impeccable writing and fascinating protagonist, Harry. The novel is recognised for its bold and masterful re-imagining of the time-travel genre and is considered a top-tier read by some reviewers. It's also seen as a masterful literary thriller, showcasing North's skill in weaving an intricate, engaging tale.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356502588

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 August 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 44.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Claire North is a pseudonym for Catherine Webb, who wrote several novels in various genres before publishing their first major work as Claire North, The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August. It was a critically acclaimed success, receiving rave reviews and becoming a word-of-mouth bestseller. They have since published several hugely popular and critically acclaimed novels, won the World Fantasy Award and the John W. Campbell Memorial Award, and been shortlisted for the Sunday Times/PFD Young Writer of the Year Award, the Arthur C. Clarke Award and the Philip K. Dick Award. They live in London.

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