The Blue Afternoon
The Blue Afternoon by William Boyd is a re-issue published by National Geographic Books on October 26, 2010. This novel unfolds in Los Angeles during 1936, where Kay Fischer, a young architect, encounters an old man named Salvador Carriscant, who reveals himself to be her father. Their meeting sets off a quest that intertwines Kay’s search for her origins with the mystery of a woman believed to be dead and the pursuit of a killer.
Readers will find a narrative rich in historical context and family dynamics, as Kay and Salvador embark on an extraordinary journey to uncover long-buried secrets. The story explores themes of identity and the complexities of familial relationships, all set against the backdrop of a thrilling plot. With 336 pages, this edition offers an engaging exploration of the intertwining lives and hidden truths that define the characters’ experiences.
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WINNER OF THE SUNDAY EXPRESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD
‘Achingly memorable’ The Times
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A quest for secrets in the blue afternoon . . .
Los Angeles, 1936. Kay Fischer, a young and ambitious architect, is being followed by an old man. When confronted, he explains that his name is Salvador Carriscant – and that he is her father.
In a matter of weeks Kay will join Salvador on an extraordinary journey as they delve back into his past to not only learn the truth behind her own birth, but also to discover the whereabouts of a woman long thought dead – and to uncover the identity of a killer.
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‘The finest storyteller of his generation’ Daily Telegraph
‘An extraordinary story’ John Mortimer, Sunday Telegraph, Books of the Year
‘Terrific’ Jeremy Paxman, Independent, Books of the Year
‘Richly entertaining’ Independent
‘A brilliant achievement’ Time Out
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