Three O'Clock in the Morning

Name: Three O'Clock in the Morning
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781922268792
Price: 34.0 NZD
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By Gianrico Carofiglio

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Summary

Three O'Clock in the Morning by Gianrico Carofiglio is an evocative journey set in the vibrant city of Marseille. The story follows a father and his teenage son who, bound by a set of unforeseen circumstances, spend two sleepless nights exploring the city. During these hours, they engage in candid conversations, discovering hidden facets of each other's lives and forming a renewed bond. This heartfelt narrative delves into themes of connection, understanding, and the complexity of familial relationships.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories that delve into the complexities of father-son relationships set against evocative backdrops like the city of Marseille. It's a captivating blend of introspection and atmospheric scenes, exploring themes of self-discovery and unexpected connections.

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From one of Italy’s best-selling authors a coming-of-age story set over 48 hours in the streets of Marseille, as a father and son connect for the first time

From one of Italy's best-selling authors a coming-of-age story set over 48 hours in the streets of Marseille, as a father and son connect for the first time

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From one of Italy's best-selling authors, a coming-of-age story set over 48 hours in the streets of Marseille, as a father and son connect for the first time.

Antonio is on the cusp of adulthood, trying to work out who to be and what to do. His father, once a brilliant mathematician, hasn't figured much in his son's life since the divorce from Antonio's mother, a beautiful and elusive woman. A diagnosis of epilepsy and hope for a cure takes father and son to Marseille, where they must spend two days and two nights together, without sleep. In a foreign city, under strained circumstances, they get to know each other and connect for the first time.

Elegant, warm, and tender, set against the vivid backdrop of 1980s Marseille and its beautiful calanques, Three O'Clock in the Morning is an unforgettable story about illusions and regret, about talent and the passage of time and, most of all, about love.

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Three O’Clock in the Morning by Gianrico Carofiglio receives praise for its evocative depiction of a father-son relationship against the backdrop of a foreign city. Reviewers highlight the novel's emotional depth, noting its tenderness and honesty, as well as Carofiglio's mastery of voice and atmosphere. The book is described as an absorbing and enchanting tale with subtle precision and deceptive simplicity, offering an introspective coming-of-age journey.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922268792

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 233.0mm

Weight: 292g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

Gianrico Carofiglio is one of Italy's bestselling authors. He has written short stories, novels and essays that have been widely translated. He was previously a member of the Italian Parliament and an anti-mafia prosecutor in Bari. His books have sold more than five million copies in Italy.

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