Description
In 1921 Penang, Lesley Hamlyn finds her life irrevocably altered by the arrival of the celebrated writer W. Somerset Maugham and his secretary. As Lesley recounts her past, a story of forbidden love, betrayal, and the consequences of societal judgment unfolds, mirroring the dramatic events surrounding the real-life trial of Ethel Proudlock. This novel masterfully weaves together historical figures and fictional narratives, exploring themes of identity, desire, and the complex nature of truth. Tan Twan Eng delivers a poignant and atmospheric tale that delves into the hidden lives and unspoken desires that shape our destinies.
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paperback
Canongate Books
Published Jan 1, 2023
298 pages
ISBN: 9781838858315
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First Published
2023
Language
eng
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