Description
In the mythical city of Sparta, New York, a searing exploration of love and violence unfolds, echoing the emotional depth of Joyce Carol Oates's acclaimed works. Told through the distinct voices of Krista and Aaron, this novel intricately weaves intense sexual passion with profound loss and anguish. As fated lovers reunite in adulthood, they confront a legacy of guilt and misplaced affection, seeking redemption and a way to exorcise the ghosts of their past. Oates masterfully intertwines lyricism with brutality, examining the fragile line between tenderness and cruelty in late-twentieth-century America.
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ebook
HarperCollins
Published Jan 1, 2009
452 pages
ISBN: 9780061959691
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Details
First Published
2009
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Little Bird of Heaven by Joyce Carol Oates.