Twice Born
Twice Born by Margaret Mazzantini, published by Penguin in 2013, is a poignant exploration of memory and family set against the backdrop of the four-year siege of Sarajevo. The narrative follows Gemma as she travels from Rome to Sarajevo with her sixteen-year-old son, Pietro, to connect him with his roots and the father he never knew. Through her journey, Gemma reflects on her past love affair with Diego and the complexities of motherhood amid the looming threat of war.
In this edition, readers will encounter a sophisticated narrative that delves into the emotional intricacies of family and the impact of conflict. Mazzantini’s storytelling captures the duality of brutality and generosity that war can evoke, presenting a rich tapestry of characters and experiences. With 447 pages, this Media Tie-In edition offers a deep dive into the themes of love, loss, and the enduring connections that shape our lives.
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This international bestseller–soon to be a major motion picture starring Penelope Cruz and Emile Hirsch
Filled with memories of the four-year siege of Sarajevo, Gemma reluctantly boards a flight from her native Rome to that war-scarred city with her sixteen-year-old son, Pietro. She hopes to teach her son about the city of his birth and about Diego, the father he never knew. Once there Gemma is caught between the present and the past, reliving her love affair with Diego, their determination to start a family, and their deep connection to Sarajevo even as the threat of war loomed.
In this haunting and sophisticated novel, Mazzantini masterfully probes the startling emotional territory of what makes a family-particularly what makes a mother. As the fate of Sarajevo converges with Gemma’s all-consuming desire to have a child we see how far she is driven, in a stunning revelation that is both heartbreaking and cathartic.
Brought to life by an unforgettable cast of characters, Twice Born is a tale of the acts of brutality and generosity that war can inspire. A blockbuster bestseller in Mazzantini’s native Italy, it has taken Europe by storm and will soon be published around the world.
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