Long Island

Autor*innen

• Colm Tóibín

Parameter

• Belletristik
• Weltliteratur

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Long Island is an exquisite novel that explores the possibility of returning to the past and rekindling a great love thought lost forever. Eilis Fiorello's life on Long Island, built with her husband Tony and their two children, seems secure yet somewhat stifled by the proximity of in-laws. Everything changes when a man with an Irish accent knocks on her door, prompting Eilis to question her choices. This encounter stirs feelings of longing for her homeland and the life she left behind in Ireland, including her mother and the familiar faces of her past. As Eilis reflects on her marriage to Tony, she grapples with the realization that she may have made the wrong choice all those years ago. The narrative delves into themes of love, regret, and the complexities of identity, leaving readers to ponder whether it is ever too late to change one's path. The book has garnered acclaim from numerous publications, highlighting its riveting storytelling and masterful prose. It invites readers to consider the weight of decisions and the enduring pull of home.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Einband: Paperback