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The Art of Hearing Heartbeats

The Bestselling Global Sensation
By Jan-Philipp Sendker
Series: The Burma Trilogy
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The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker is a captivating novel about a daughter's quest to uncover her father's mysterious past after he vanishes without a trace. The story unfolds in Burma, weaving an enchanting tale of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit, as it explores the depths of familial bonds and the enduring power of connection across time and continents.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories that blend romance and mystery against a vibrant cultural backdrop. Set in a richly detailed landscape, it weaves a tale of enduring love and the mysterious disappearance of a father, drawing you into a heartwarming yet suspenseful journey. It's a captivating pick for anyone interested in emotional storytelling and the exploration of familial bonds across time and distance.

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The Art of Hearing Heartbeats

A poignant and inspirational love story set in Burma,The Art of Hearing Heartbeatsspans the decades between the 1950s and the present. When a successful New York lawyer suddenly disappears without a trace, neither his wife nor his daughter Julia has any idea where he might be - until they find a love letter he wrote many years ago . . .

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A poignant and inspirational love story set in Burma, The Art of Hearing Heartbeats spans the decades between the 1950s and the present. When a successful New York lawyer suddenly disappears without a trace, neither his wife nor his daughter Julia has any idea where he might be...until they find a love letter he wrote many years ago, to a Burmese woman they have never heard of.

Intent on solving the mystery and coming to terms with her father's past, Julia decides to travel to the village where the woman lived. There she uncovers a tale of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and passion that will change her life once more.

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The Art of Hearing Heartbeats has been praised for its touching and magical narrative, with many describing it as a beautifully written love story set in Burma, infused with Eastern spirituality and romanticism. Reviews highlight the book's ability to evoke deep emotion and captivate readers with its poetic prose and enduring story. Fans appreciate its enchanting and heartwarming qualities, making it a favourite for those who enjoy thoughtful and impactful tales.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781846972409

Publisher: Birlinn General

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 February 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 298g

Pages: 336

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Contemporary Romance Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Jan-Philipp Sendker Literary Fiction Romance Series: The Burma Trilogy

About the Author

Jan-Philipp Sendker, born in Hamburg in 1960, was the American correspondent forSternfrom 1990 to 1995, and its Asian correspondent from 1995 to 1999. He has travelled extensively in China and Burma and has an in-depth knowledge of the people and culture. Global bestsellerThe Art of Hearing Heartbeatswas his first novel.

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