Between Water and the Night Sky

Name: Between Water and the Night Sky
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781760991845
Price: 34.0 NZD
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By Simone Lazaroo

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In Between Water and the Night Sky by Simone Lazaroo, the story intertwines personal and historical threads as it follows the journey of Singaporean protagonist Amanda, exploring themes of identity, displacement, and belonging. Amanda's life unfolds across different cultural landscapes, revealing complex relationships and emotional connections, as she navigates both personal challenges and broader cultural tensions. The narrative deftly examines the impact of family secrets and cultural heritage, creating a rich tapestry of human experience.
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You might enjoy this novel if you appreciate stories exploring cultural identity and family ties. Set against the evocative landscapes of Australia and Singapore, it delves into complex personal histories, offering a poignant narrative about belonging and the immigrant experience.

Between Water and the Night Sky

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A hauntingly beautiful love story about the ties that bind from award-winning author, Simone Lazaroo.

Elspeth is full of inexpressible longings—to leave behind her beginnings in a small wheatbelt town and a secret she scarcely comprehends. After migrating from Singapore, Francis just wants to make a life for himself that is not determined by the colour of his skin or the judgement of others.

Told by their only child, Eva, this is a novel about falling in love, and falling apart—the beautiful, sad story of a shared history that never ends.

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Between Water and the Night Sky is praised for its profound exploration of migration and a mother's resilience in reconstructing her life in old age. The book is recognized for its tender and wise narrative, offering insights into overcoming hidden cruelties and inspiring a desire to deepen connections with loved ones. It is described as powerful and lovingly crafted.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760991845

Publisher: Fremantle Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 February 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Fremantle Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 252g

Pages: 248

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About the Author

Simone Lazaroo was born in Singapore and migrated with her bicultural family to Western Australia when she was a young child. Her awardwinning novels and most of her short stories have explored individuals struggling for survival and meaning at the juncture of cultures. She has a PhD in Writing and is an honorary research fellow at Murdoch University, and has taught creative writing for sixteen years. Simone is currently mentoring emerging writers, working with a Spanish group researching cosmopolitanism in literature, and writing her next book. She lives near Fremantle, Western Australia.