Entertaining Angels
Entertaining Angels by Marita Van der Vyver, published by Penguin in 1995, is a work of fiction that explores the life of Griet, who faces significant personal challenges after being abandoned by her husband and experiencing the loss of her baby. As she navigates her struggles, Griet seeks solace in the folk tales passed down from her grandparents, which serve as a source of wisdom and comfort during her tumultuous journey.
In this edition, readers will follow Griet as she attempts to rebuild her life and encounters Adam, an angel in the guise of a surfer. The narrative delves into themes of resilience and the search for hope amidst despair, highlighting the transformative power of storytelling. With 213 pages, this book invites readers to engage with Griet’s emotional landscape and the folk tales that shape her understanding of the world around her.
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Griet’s husband has chucked her out, she’s lost her baby, she’s even found herself with her head in a gas oven. She is trying to restart her life and draws comfort from the wisdom of the folk tales that are an inheritance from her grandparents. Then she meets Adam, an angel disguised as a surfer.
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