An Impossible Return A Novel
An Impossible Return A Novel by Caroline Laurent, published by Amazon Publishing in December 2022, is a historical fiction that unfolds an epic love story set in the Chagos Archipelago in 1967. The narrative follows Marie, a hardworking woman deeply connected to her home, and Gabriel, a sophisticated Mauritian secretary. Their love blossoms amid the backdrop of impending political upheaval, as the Mauritian government negotiates independence from Britain, threatening to uproot their lives and dreams.
Readers will find a tale rich in themes of love, independence, and the impact of historical injustices. As Marie and Gabriel navigate their relationship and the arrival of their son, Joséphin, they face the harsh realities of betrayal and sacrifice. This novel explores the complexities of island life and the emotional turmoil that accompanies the struggle for freedom, making it a poignant reflection on the price of independence. With 368 pages, this edition offers a detailed exploration of the characters’ lives and the socio-political landscape of the time.
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Winner of the Prix Maison de la Presse
An epic love story set against a backdrop of injustice, devastating secrets, and the painful price of independence.
It’s 1967 in the Chagos Archipelago–a group of atolls in the Indian Ocean–and life is peaceful and easy for hardworking Marie. Her fierce independence and love for her home are quickly apparent to Gabriel, the handsome and sophisticated Mauritian secretary to the archipelago’s administrator; it’s love at first sight. As these two lovers from neighboring islands welcome a new son, Joséphin, a bright future seems possible. But Gabriel is hiding a terrible secret. The Mauritian government is negotiating independence from Britain, and this deal with the devil will mean evacuating the Chagos, without warning or mercy–a betrayal that will put their love to the test.
Inspired by a shocking travesty of justice, the repercussions of which still reverberate more than fifty years later, bestselling Franco-Mauritian author Caroline Laurent paints a shimmering portrait of island life, a sensual paradise lost, and a gorgeous star-crossed love against all odds.
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