Description

Douglas Petersen's quiet life takes an unexpected turn when his wife, Connie, reveals she wants a divorce just as their family embarks on a grand European tour. Determined to salvage his marriage and connect with his teenage son, Albie, Douglas clings to the hope that this journey through the continent's artistic treasures will mend their fractured relationships. Told through Douglas's uniquely optimistic and witty perspective, this novel explores the complexities of long-term love, the challenges of parenting, and the universal quest for connection. It's a poignant and humorous exploration of a man navigating the twilight of his marriage and the dawn of a new understanding with his son.

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paperback

Hodder & Stoughton

Published Jan 1, 2014

416 pages

ISBN: 9780340896990

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First Published

2014

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Us by David Nicholls.

Death/Grief