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Genre/Form: | Domestic fiction Thrillers (Fiction) Fiction Romans, nouvelles, etc |
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Named Person: | Kira (Fictitious character) Danner; Peter (Fictitious character) Danner |
Material Type: | Fiction |
Document Type: | Book |
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Sarah Pekkanen |
ISBN: | 9781451673531 1451673531 |
OCLC Number: | 852227285 |
Notes: | "Washington Square Press fiction original trade"--Title page verso. |
Description: | 331 pages ; 21 cm |
Responsibility: | Sarah Pekkanen. |
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"Pekkanen weaves a satisfying tale of the nuances of marriage and duty and how small kindnesses can reestablish the bonds of family after an estrangement." * People * "Sarah Pekkanen is one of my favorite authors of women's fiction, and I was engrossed in CATCHING AIR from start to finish." -- Lisa Scottoline * New York Times bestselling author * "Once again, Pekkanen delivers relatable characters and story lines, showcasing the strength and perseverance required to make relationships work. This is an entertaining and emotional read for fans of contemporary women's fiction" * Library Journal * "Internationally best-selling Pekkanen writes novels that offer thoughtful examinations of how the past shapes adult relationships and the differences between men and women. Many of the interwoven story lines are finely wrought, and the book as a whole is compelling." * Booklist * "Ultimately, Pekkanen shows that relationships of any kind take work, expression of love, and the willingness to take risks in order to save them." * New York Journal of Books * "Pekkanen is deft at finding each woman's voice, displaying all sides of eventual conflicts. Her strong narrative pulls the reader steadily through the book, with tension mounting as the weather worsens...a solid entry in the "women's fiction" genre." * Library Journal * "Within a few pages, you'll find yourself emotionally invested." * Entertainment Weekly * "Original and engaging." -- Emily Giffin * New York Times bestselling author * "Heartbreaking and familiar." * People * "A compelling and satisfying read...highly recommended." * Library Journal (starred review) * "Pekkanen's wry voice and engaging characters keeps things fresh." * People * "Smart and soulful, Pekkanen explores the place where self and sisterhood intersect." * Redbook * "Fresh, appealing...the story is at turns funny and poignant." * Booklist * "Sarah Pekkanen writes with wit and warmth and a deep understanding of the way women-mothers, daughters, sisters, friends-make a place for themselves in the world." -- Jennifer Weiner * #1 New York Times bestselling author * "Many of the interwoven story lines are finely wrought, and the book as a whole is compelling." * Booklist * "Will grip readers. 5 stars." * Examiner.com * Read more...
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Sharply perceptive and poignant!
I had the great privilege and pleasure of receiving an advanced copy of CATCHING AIR. This novel was my salvation while passing a wretched kidney stone! A page-turner,...
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I had the great privilege and pleasure of receiving an advanced copy of CATCHING AIR. This novel was my salvation while passing a wretched kidney stone! A page-turner, with rich, beautifully nuanced characters . . . Internationally bestselling author Pekkanen takes us on a lively literary adventure when brothers at odds, Rand and Peter, open a bed-and-breakfast in small-town Vermont with their wives, Alyssa and Kira.
Each character seems to have “fled” to this snowy, idyllic setting in search of tranquility and a fresh start. What ensues is far from serene. As sisters-in-law and veritable strangers, Alyssa and Kira, prepare for their first big booking—a winter wedding—a fragile and enigmatic young woman enters their lives. What or whom is Dawn Zukoski hiding from? Can their husbands, Rand and Peter, rebuild their fractured relationship after years of heartbreak and the loss of a parent? And will these sisters-in-law—who are so fundamentally different—find common ground to get this enormous endeavor off the ground?
Hold onto your seats, folks! In typical Pekkanen fashion, there is more than meets the eye. CATCHING AIR delves into a multitude of resonant topics including: the intricacies of marriage, infertility, adoption, loss, self-sacrifice, familial resentment, career resurgence, forgiveness, and most significantly, CHANGE. I was so immersed in this sharply perceptive and poignant escapade, I didn’t want it to end.
Library Journal once refereed to Pekkanen as a “rising star” in women’s fiction—this is no longer the case. PEKKANEN IS A STAR. Her fifth novel is a true testament to her undeniable talent and is a must-read.
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