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The Curious Kidnapping of Nora W

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The Curious Kidnapping of Nora W by Cate Green is a captivating tale set in a small town where a young girl named Nora disappears under mysterious circumstances. The story unfolds as a blend of suspense and intrigue, with the town's residents coming together to unravel the truth while uncovering hidden secrets and personal connections. It's a compelling narrative about community, resilience, and the unexpected paths people take in the face of uncertainty.
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You might enjoy this book if you love a blend of humour and mystery, wrapped in an engaging narrative. It offers intriguing character development and unexpected twists that keep readers hooked as they explore themes of identity and family dynamics. Fans of quirky, imaginative plots with heartfelt moments will likely find it delightful.

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‘An enchanting debut’ USA Today bestseller Mandy Robotham

A gripping tale of resilience and hope

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‘An enchanting debut’ USA Today bestseller Mandy Robotham
‘A beautiful, uplifting story of love and kindness … A brilliant debut novel’ Malcolm Brabant, co-author, The Daughter of Auschwitz

I am the oldest person ever to have lived in this world. I am the one who lived through their monster camps and brought the ones left of my family to London to make more family. I am the one to laugh at those angry, evil people and tell them, you see, I made it through. We made it through. This is enough. It is my world's record.

Family matriarch and Holocaust survivor Nora Wojnaswki is about to become the oldest person in the world, ever, and her family are determined to celebrate in style.

But Nora isn’t your average centenarian and she has other ideas. When she disappears with her carer Arifa on a trip down memory lane in the East End of London, a wartime secret, buried deep for over 70 years, will finally be revealed.

Readers LOVE Cate Green:

‘A touching, funny and beguiling story about the ties of family and friendship, and what we owe to those we love’ Caroline Wyatt

‘A moving, poignant and laugh out loud story about surviving and thriving. It makes you want to count your blessings and polish them while you are at it…’ Lizzie Enfield

'I love novels that make you care deeply about the characters. This story has it all. What a brilliantly talented author – more, please!’ Caroline James, bestselling author of The Cruise

'Extraordinary, funny, poignant and unusual – recommended’ Amanda Craig, bestselling author of The Lie of the Land

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008562526

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: One More Chapter

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Cate Green grew up in Buckinghamshire and lived in Manchester and London before moving to France over twenty years ago. She now lives and writes just outside Lyon. Her debut novel The Curious Kidnapping of Nora W was inspired by her late mother-in-law, a resilient and feisty Holocaust survivor who lived almost as long as Nora herself. It won the 2019 Exeter Novel Prize.

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