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The True Deceiver

By Tove Jansson
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The True Deceiver by Tove Jansson is a captivating exploration of the complex relationship between two women in a remote snowy village. As winter isolates the community, Katri, a clever manipulator, manages to intrude into the life of Anna, a reclusive and wealthy artist. Their interactions reveal themes of truth, deception, and the essence of human nature, leading the reader through a delicate psychological dance.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate psychological dramas that explore themes of deception and truth, set against the backdrop of a small, snowy village. This tale examines the complex interactions between its characters, bringing to light how human motivations and emotions can often blur the lines between honesty and manipulation.

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The True Deceiver

Following the success of The Summer Book, A Winter Book, and Fair Play, Sort of Books introduces Tove Jansson's haunting novel of suspense - published for the first time in English, in a brilliant new translation from Thomas Teal.

Following the success of The Summer Book, A Winter Book, and Fair Play, Sort of Books introduces Tove Jansson's haunting novel of suspense - published for the first time in English, in a brilliant new translation from Thomas Teal.

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In the deep winter snows of a Swedish hamlet, a strange young woman fakes a break-in at the house of an elderly artist in order to persuade her that she needs companionship. But what does she hope to gain by doing this? And who ultimately is deceiving whom?

In this portrayal of two women grappling with truth and lies, nothing can be taken for granted. By the time the snow thaws, both their lives will have changed irrevocably.

The True Deceiver intricately weaves themes of deception and the search for truth in human relationships, presenting a thought-provoking and profound narrative.

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The True Deceiver is heralded for its understated yet thrilling narrative, leaving a lasting impression on its readers. The book is praised for its sharp and quietly astonishing composition, often described as a quiet masterpiece that is haunting, complex, and mysterious. Tove Jansson is celebrated as a genius, with her characters leaving a haunting effect long after the book is finished.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780954899578

Publisher: Sort of Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 October 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sort of Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 188g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

The writer and artist Tove Jansson (1914-2001) is best known as the creator of the Moomin stories, which have been published in thirty-five languages and are being relaunched through Puffin. However, for the last three decades of her life, from 1968, she turned her attention to writing for adults. Her bestseller, The Summer Book, is a modern Scandinavian classic and has sold nearly 100,000 copies in the UK alone.

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