Love is Blind
Love is Blind by Anne Baker, published by Headline in 2012, is a poignant exploration of family dynamics amidst adversity, spanning 421 pages in English. The narrative centers on Patsy Rushton, who faces the daunting task of saving the family business following the tragic death of their father. As her brother Barney grapples with his own challenges, including an unexpected pregnancy and feelings of resentment towards Patsy’s success, the family is drawn into a web of rivalry and emotional turmoil.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of themes related to family life and the complexities of relationships in this saga. The story delves into the struggles of bereavement and the impact of personal choices on familial bonds. As Patsy navigates her responsibilities and confronts her brother’s actions, the underlying tensions within the family come to light, revealing deeper issues that have long been unspoken. This edition offers a detailed look at the characters’ journeys and the challenges they face in their quest for understanding and reconciliation.
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A family struggles to survive bereavement, bombing and bitter rivalry…
Patsy Rushton’s brother Barney doesn’t know the meaning of hard work, so when their father tragically dies, Patsy has no choice but to save the family’s business. Meanwhile, Barney has got his girlfriend pregnant and, feeling trapped, he abandons her and leaves Merseyside altogether. But trouble follows Barney wherever he goes and when he learns of his sister’s growing success, he can’t help feeling resentful. Why is their mother, Beatrice, so quick to forgive him? Surely, she can’t be blind to his faults? As Patsy is to discover, there’s something else about Barney that is frightening her mother so much she has never dared to speak of it before.
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