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The Crossroads

By Niccolo Ammaniti
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The Crossroads by Niccolo Ammaniti is a gripping tale set in a seemingly tranquil Italian village that becomes the backdrop for dark secrets and unexpected alliances. It delves into the intersecting lives of its characters, each grappling with personal challenges and moral dilemmas. The story masterfully unravels the tensions and connections that ultimately lead them to a transformative event.
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You might enjoy this gripping story if you're captivated by tales of small-town life that intersect with themes of family, identity, and unexpected friendship. Ammaniti crafts a vivid portrait of characters challenged by their environment, creating a narrative full of emotional depth and unexpected twists. It's perfect for readers who appreciate explorations of human resilience and the intricacies of personal growth.

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The Crossroads

Cristiano Zena lives with his hard-drinking father, Rino. Rino Zena and his cronies are planning a ram raid on an ATM using a converted tractor. The wary, adoring Cristiano sits in on their meetings, watching their half-baked plans unravel. He has no idea that something very, very bad is about to happen. Or that it will change his life forever.

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Thousands of depressed little towns, villages and hamlets dot the vast plain where Cristiano Zena lives with his hard-drinking father, Rino. Unfocused urban sprawl with no centre to look to and nothing to look forward to.

Rino Zena and his cronies Danilo and Quattro Formaggi are planning a ram raid on an ATM using a converted tractor. The wary, adoring Cristiano sits in on their meetings, watching their half-baked plans unravel, and thinks about the unattainable Fabiana Ponticelli.

He has no idea that something very, very bad is about to happen. Or that it will change his life forever.

Niccolo Ammaniti brings an extraordinary blend of tenderness, buffoonery and violent tragedy to this gritty, compelling novel from Italy's industrial wastelands.

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Niccolò Ammaniti's The Crossroads has received praise for its vibrant writing style, blending modern pulp fiction elements with a darkly humorous portrayal of Italian life. Reviewers highlight Ammaniti's skill in interweaving action and complex storylines, describing the novel as both confrontational and enjoyable. His depiction of Italian society is noted for its rawness and honesty, with a particular talent for capturing the inner worlds of children. This novel is characterized as a darkly comedic and intense read, showcasing Ammaniti's formidable talent.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921520839

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 January 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 416

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Niccolo Ammaniti is the author of I'm Not Scared.

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