Beautiful Ruins A Novel
Beautiful Ruins A Novel by Jess Walter is a limited edition published by HarperCollins on September 29, 2015. This 416-page book unfolds on a rocky patch of Italian coastline in 1962, where a young innkeeper’s life takes an unexpected turn upon encountering a mysterious woman arriving by boat. The narrative weaves through various settings, including the lavish backdrop of Cleopatra and the vibrant atmosphere of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, presenting a blend of historical and contemporary elements.
Readers will find a story that explores the lives of flawed yet intriguing characters as they navigate their dreams and challenges. Beautiful Ruins delves into themes of romance and the complexities of human relationships, offering a richly inventive experience. The novel’s structure and storytelling promise a journey filled with surprises, reflecting the diverse landscapes of the 20th century.
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From the moment it opens—on a rocky patch of Italian coastline, circa 1962, when a daydreaming young innkeeper looks out over the water and spies a mysterious woman approaching him on a boat—Jess Walter’s Beautiful Ruins is a dazzling, yet deeply human, roller coaster of a novel. From the lavish set of Cleopatra to the shabby revelry of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, to the back lots of contemporary Hollywood, Beautiful Ruins is gloriously inventive and constantly surprising—a story of flawed yet fascinating people navigating the rocky shores of their lives while clinging to their improbable dreams.
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