{"product_id":"9781529176131","title":"All The Broken Places","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll The Broken Places\u003c\/strong\u003e by John Boyne is a poignant exploration of memory, guilt, and the enduring shadows of the past. Set against the backdrop of post-war Europe, the novel follows the life of Gretel Fernsby, a woman who has spent decades concealing the truth of her origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGretel, now living a quiet and seemingly ordinary life, once escaped the horrors of Germany with her mother, only to face the complexities of existence in France. Her father's identity, a closely guarded secret, reveals his role as the commandant of a notorious Nazi concentration camp, adding layers of shame and conflict to her narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a young family moves into the apartment below hers, the fragile walls of Gretel's meticulously crafted life begin to crack. As she is drawn into their lives, she is forced to confront her own history and the long-buried truths that threaten to surface. This encounter leads her on a journey of self-discovery, challenging her to reconcile her past with her present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity and Legacy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The struggle with one's heritage and the impact of family history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemory and Trauma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lingering effects of past experiences on the present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedemption and Forgiveness:\u003c\/strong\u003e The quest for personal absolution amidst guilt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Boyne, acclaimed for his novel \u003cstrong\u003eThe Boy in the Striped Pyjamas\u003c\/strong\u003e, continues to delve into themes of moral complexity and human resilience. \u003cstrong\u003eAll The Broken Places\u003c\/strong\u003e is a haunting reminder of how the echoes of history can shape our lives, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate deeply human stories intertwined with historical truths.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Transworld Publishers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481249014092,"sku":"9781529176131","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781529176131_front.webp?v=1765293999","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/fr\/products\/9781529176131","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}