Last Dance at the Discotheque for Deviants

Name: Last Dance at the Discotheque for Deviants
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781800182202
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By Paul David Gould

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Summary

Last Dance at the Discotheque for Deviants by Paul David Gould plunges readers into the vibrant world of 1980s Moscow, where an underground LGBTQ+ community seeks refuge and connection away from societal constraints. Through the lens of diverse characters, the novel captures the spirit of resistance and the longing for freedom, offering a poignant glimpse into a hidden world thriving amidst adversity. It's a compelling exploration of identity, friendship, and defiance during a tumultuous time.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories that explore the vibrancy and complexity of LGBTQ+ life and culture. It paints a vivid picture of community, identity, and the journey of self-discovery amidst societal challenges. If you appreciate tales with a blend of humour, heart, and a unique perspective, this story might be a perfect fit for your reading list.

Last Dance at the Discotheque for Deviants

Last Dance at the Discotheque for Deviants is both a gripping thriller and a poignant, very human tale of people beset by forces beyond their control, in a world where all the old certainties have crumbled and it's far from clear what will eventually take their place.

A gripping mystery following young Kostya’s coming out in the underground gay scene of 1990s Moscow

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The venue was the canteen block of the Red Hammer Cement Works. It was the usual set-up: way out of town, secretive directions to get there, and disco lights blazing...

Moscow, 1993. The end of the Cold War and the collapse of the Soviet Union have brought unimaginable change to Russia. With this change come new freedoms: freedom to travel abroad and to befriend Westerners, freedom to make money, and even the freedom for an underground gay scene to take root.

Encouraged by the new climate of openness, twenty-one-year-old Kostya ventures out of the closet and resolves to pursue his dreams: to work in the theatre and to find love as his idol Tchaikovsky never could. Those dreams, however, lead to tragedy—not only for Kostya, but for his mother and for the two young men he loves, as all three face up to the ways they have betrayed him.

Last Dance at the Discotheque for Deviants is both a gripping thriller and a poignant, very human tale of people beset by forces beyond their control, in a world where all the old certainties have crumbled and it's far from clear what will eventually take their place.

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Paul David Gould's debut novel is lauded for its vivid depiction of post-Soviet Russia, exploring the fear and hope inherent in queer lives during this turbulent period. Reviewers highlight the novel's evocation of Moscow's atmosphere, the compelling tale of love and intrigue, and the powerful critique of homophobia. It is described as a politically charged, emotionally impactful story that offers insights into the early 90s Russian culture and the lives of young gay men.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800182202

Publisher: Boundless Publishing Group Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Boundless Publishing Group Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Paul David Gould is of mixed heritage and grew up in England. As a boy, he yearned to travel to far-off lands which is partly what inspired him to do a degree in Russian. After graduating from Birmingham University, he spent four years in the former Soviet Union, where he got his start in journalism. He currently works on the Financial Times, and he lives with his French husband in Brighton. After years of talking about it, Last Dance at the Discotheque for Deviants based on his experiences in Russia is his first novel.