The River Reflects
The River Reflects by Mark Godfrey, published by Cinnamon Press in 2020, is a literary work that explores the complexities of identity and history through the lens of art. This 304-page novel follows struggling artist Sylvia, who is approached by the mysterious Victor to create art inspired by the Holocaust. As she embarks on this unusual commission, Sylvia encounters a thirteen-year-old girl named Nina, who becomes both her model and pupil, leading her to uncover deeper truths about Victor, the secret sponsor, and herself.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of family dynamics and the darker aspects of human nature. As Sylvia navigates her artistic journey, the story unfolds against the backdrop of the Thames, symbolizing the flow of life and the interplay of light and dark. The River Reflects invites contemplation on the structures that uphold society while highlighting the transformative power of love and resilience in the face of adversity.
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We become like the river reflected, both light and dark.
Struggling artist Sylvia is offered an unusual commission by the mysterious Victor, acting on behalf of a secret sponsor, who wants to engage her for a year to produce art depicting the Holocaust. She accepts the project on trust and discovers an enigmatic thirteen-year-old girl Nina, who becomes her model and pupil. As the months pass, Sylvia begins to unravel the truth about Victor, the secret sponsor and Nina, while unearthing more about history and identity than she was ever prepared for.
A family drama that champions the structures and beliefs that underpin a civilised society, The River Reflects faces the darkest shadows of human nature. With the Thames winding relentlessly through this compelling story, Sylvia, Victor, Nina and those around them progress from fear and isolation to seek love and fortitude and the redemptive power of the human spirit.
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