Butterflies in November

Name: Butterflies in November
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781782270133
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By Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir

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Summary

Butterflies in November by Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir is a tale of unexpected journeys and self-discovery. The protagonist, after a series of sudden life changes, embarks on an impromptu road trip across Iceland with a lively four-year-old boy. As the landscapes shift, she encounters quirky characters and experiences that transform her understanding of freedom and companionship.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you appreciate quirky and introspective tales with a touch of humour and unexpected twists. The story takes you on a journey through Iceland's stunning landscapes alongside an adventurous narrator, combining elements of self-discovery, fate, and whimsical encounters.

A hilarious and moving road trip around Iceland in an old car, told by a recently divorced woman with a five year-old boy 'on loan '.

Description

In a dark Icelandic November, the narrator experiences her husband leaving without a word of warning. At the same time, her best friend entrusts her with the care of her deaf mute five-year-old son. In an attempt to regain control, she embarks on a road trip around Iceland with the little man.

Along the journey, she encounters numerous adventures and has various encounters, all hilariously narrated. These include meeting a Latvian orchestra, dealing with an intrusive mother, and facing a slew of exes trying to make a comeback.

Butterflies in November is a light-hearted, extremely funny, and deeply moving story about a woman on a journey of recovery from missed motherhood and unsuccessful relationships.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

This general fiction book by Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir is acclaimed for its blend of humour and melancholy, delivering a uniquely moving story about life's unpredictability. Reviewers highlight the author's ability to craft wonderfully quirky, thought-provoking narratives that dance between dark comedy and poignant moments. The storytelling captures the essence of self-discovery and motherhood, with characters that engage and landscapes that enchant, making it an uplifting and addictive read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782270133

Publisher: Pushkin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Press

Contributors:

Translated by Brian FitzGibbon

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

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Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction

About the Author

Auour Ava Olafsdottir was born in Reykjavik, Iceland, in 1958. She studied art history and art theory in Paris and is a lecturer in history of art at the University of Iceland and a director of the University of Iceland Art Collection. The Greenhouse, published in 2007 won the DV Culture Award for literature and a women 's literary prize in Iceland, was nominated for the Nordic Council Literature Award and received unanimous acclaim. Auour Ava Olafsdottir lives and works in Reykjavik.