Heat Wave
Heat Wave by Penelope Lively is a work of fiction published by Penguin in 1997. This edition spans 214 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on Pauline, who grapples with her feelings of dread regarding her daughter Teresa’s intense passion for Maurice. As the long, hot summer unfolds, Pauline reflects on her own past experiences and the possessive passion she once had for Teresa’s father, which she believes eroded her youth. Her determination to protect her daughter from a similar fate drives the story forward.
Readers will find a complex exploration of familial relationships and the impact of passion on personal growth. The book delves into themes of love, possessiveness, and the lengths a parent will go to shield their child from emotional turmoil. Through Pauline’s reflections and actions, the narrative examines the interplay between past and present, highlighting the challenges of navigating intense emotions during a sweltering summer.
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Pauline is filled with dread at the passion that Teresa has for Maurice. During the long, hot summer, she remembers the way that her possessive passion for Teresa’s father eroded her youth, and she is determined to prevent the same happening to her daughter – at any cost.
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