Silent Music
Silent Music by Jane Hawking, published by Bloomsbury USA on August 22, 2017, is a literary work that explores the complexities of growing up in post-war London. This 300-page novel follows Ruth, a perceptive child navigating a confusing adult world while finding solace in her cherished memories of time spent with her grandparents in the serene East Anglian countryside. As she grapples with her surroundings and the challenges of adolescence, Ruth is inspired to chase a dream that has shaped her childhood, uncovering family secrets along the way.
Readers will find a coming-of-age narrative that delves into the unpredictable nature of human behavior and the quest for self-determination. Silent Music presents a vivid portrayal of post-war Britain, reflecting on themes of hope and aspiration. Through Ruth’s journey, the novel captures the essence of a young girl’s search for identity amidst the complexities of her environment, making it a thoughtful exploration of personal growth and familial ties.
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Growing up in London in the aftermath of the Second World War, Ruth is an observant and thoughtful child who finds herself in a confusing and mysterious adult world. She seeks refuge in her memories of her idyllic stays with her grandparents in the picturesque East Anglian countryside – which provide comforting visions of a simpler life. As she comes to terms with her surroundings and her own adolescence, Ruth finds the motivation to pursue the tantalizing dream which has governed her childhood, and discovers some family secrets along the way.
A coming-of-age novel about the unpredictable nature of human behaviour and about taking control of one’s destiny, Silent Music is a timeless portrait of post-war Britain, as well as a lyrical paean to hope and aspiration.
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