{"title":"Emuna Elon","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmuna Elon is a distinguished Israeli author, known for weaving intricate tales that traverse both time and place. Her books often delve into the complexities of memory, identity, and belonging, themes poignantly explored in her acclaimed novel \u003cem\u003eHouse on Endless Waters\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet against the evocative backdrop of Amsterdam, \u003cem\u003eHouse on Endless Waters\u003c\/em\u003e is a haunting and profound exploration of a man unearthing his family's hidden past. Elon's rich narratives are intricately crafted, offering readers a window into lives marked by history and personal discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a writer, Elon possesses the unique ability to blend emotional depth with cultural insights, engaging readers in stories that resonate long after the final page is turned. Her works are cherished by those who appreciate the fusion of lyrical prose with compelling storytelling, making her books a must-read for fans of general fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are new to Emuna Elon's writings or a dedicated follower, her novels promise a journey that is both thought-provoking and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"house-on-endless-waters-by-emuna-elon-9781760877255","title":"House on Endless Waters","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'It is sensitive and beautifully written, its reality utterly convincing. I loved it.' - Alex Miller, winner of the Miles Franklin Literary Award\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Elon powerfully evokes the obscurity of the past and its hold on the present, as we stumble through revelation after revelation with Yoel. As we accompany Yoel on his journey to recreate his history, we share in his loss, surprise and grief, right up to the novel's shocking conclusion.' \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Readers will find Elon's lyrical prose haunting as she moves between past and present, constructing a heartbreaking, moving tale that brings understanding and acceptance.' - \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I read this book in excitement and wonder...touching and fascinating' - Amos Oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Elon's great power in \u003ci\u003eHouse on Endless Waters\u003c\/i\u003e is to richly evoke both sides of the tragedy - Sonia's lived experience of persecution as well as Blum's later attempts to absorb horrors he can barely comprehend... a deeply immersive achievement that brings to life stories that must never be forgotten.' - \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the behest of his agent, renowned author Yoel Blum reluctantly agrees to visit his birthplace of Amsterdam to meet with his Dutch publisher, despite promising his late mother that he would never return to that city. While touring the Jewish Museum with his wife, Yoel stumbles upon a looping reel of photos offering a glimpse of pre-war Dutch Jewish life, and is astonished to see the youthful face of his beloved mother staring back at him, posing with her husband, Yoel's older sister Nettie...and an infant he doesn't recognise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis unsettling discovery launches him into a fervent search for the truth, revealing Amsterdam's dark wartime history and the underground networks which hid Jewish children away from danger - but at a cost. The deeper into the past Yoel digs, the better he understands his mother's silence, and the more urgent the question that has unconsciously haunted him for a lifetime - Who am I? - becomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart family mystery, part wartime drama, \u003ci\u003eHouse on Endless Waters\u003c\/i\u003e is an unforgettable meditation on identity, belonging, and the inextricable nature of past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A story of love, loss, and yearning. Lyrically phrased and often powerfully visual...this deeply felt tale offers a rewarding meditation on survival.' - \u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46531237019884,"sku":"9781760877255","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26159493482814.jpg?v=1749272618"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/emuna-elon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}