Little Night
Little Night by Luanne Rice, published by Pamela Dorman Books/Viking in 2012, is a poignant exploration of family dynamics and the complexities of sisterhood. This edition spans 321 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Clare Burke, whose life changes dramatically after she attempts to protect her sister, Anne, from an abusive husband, resulting in her imprisonment. Nearly two decades later, Clare leads a quiet life in Manhattan as a nature blogger when her niece, Grit, unexpectedly arrives, prompting a journey into their family’s troubled past.
Readers will find a deeply emotional story that delves into themes of family life and the bonds between women. As Clare and Grit seek to forge a relationship, they confront the scars left by Anne’s actions and the estrangement that has defined their lives. The novel captures their shared desire for healing and connection, culminating in a hopeful quest for reunion with Anne. Little Night offers a rich narrative that examines the intricate ties that bind family members together, making it a significant addition to Rice’s body of work.
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An emotionally gripping family drama from beloved New York Times bestseller Luanne Rice
Clare Burke’s life took a devastating turn when she tried to protect her sister, Anne, from an abusive and controlling husband and ended up serving prison time for assault. The verdict largely hinged on Anne’s defense of her spouse–all lies–and the sisters have been estranged ever since. Nearly twenty years later, Clare is living a quiet life in Manhattan as an urban birder and nature blogger, when her niece, Grit, turns up on her doorstep.
The two long for a relationship with each other, but they’ll have to dig deep into their family’s difficult past in order to build one. Together they face the wounds inflicted by Anne and find in their new connection a place of healing. When Clare begins to suspect her sister might be in New York, she and her niece hold out hope for a long-awaited reunion with her.
A riveting story about women and the primal, tangled family ties that bind them together, Little Night marks a milestone for Luanne Rice–the thirtieth novel from the author with a talent for creating stories that are “exciting, emotional, terrific” (The New York Times Book Review).
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