Facing the Light
By Adele Geras
2003
First Published
3.56
Average Rating
448
Number of Pages
Set in a splendid country house in England, this rich and absorbing novel begins as Leonora, daughter of a famous Edwardian painter, is about to throw herself a huge house party to celebrate her 75th birthday. Guests will include her two grown daughters and their spouses (and lovers), a film crew making a movie about Leonora's father, and numerous family legends. Even happy families have their secrets, and Leonora's stunning revelations make for thrilling reading.
Avg Rating
3.56
Number of Ratings
400
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3 STARS
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