Chasing Windmills [electronic resource] : a compelling and deeply moving novel from bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde
Hyde, Catherine Ryan2008
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This thought-provoking, compulsive novel shows how a simple story has the power to move you in the most extraordinary ways. From Richard & Judy bestselling Catherine Ryan Hyde, perfect for fans of Mark Haddon, Mitch Albom and Alice Sebold. 'This gritty love story is compelling reading' — Sun 'Surprisingly wonderful' — Mirror 'Couldn't put it down' — ***** Reader review 'Riveting' — ***** Reader review 'Engrossing page turner' — ***** Reader review 'Pure escapism from beginning to end' — ***** Reader review 'A wonderful, wonderful read' — ***** Reader review ************************************************************************** A CHANCE MEETING ON A TRAIN, AND TWO LIVES CHANGED FOREVER... Sebastian, at 17, has never eaten pizza, never been to school, never even hung out with other kids. He rides the subway at night to escape his father's strict, possessive parenting. Maria, 22 and mother to two young children, has just lost her job. Afraid to confess to her violent boyfriend, Maria resorts to riding the subway when he thinks she's at work. And then one night, on an empty train, Sebastian and Maria make eye contact . . .
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Author:
Hyde, Catherine Ryan, Author
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[Place of publication not identified] : Transworld, 2008
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1 online resource (1 text file)
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Mode of access: Internet
Biography/History:
Catherine Ryan Hyde is the author of several highly acclaimed novels including Pay it Forward, which was named an ALA Book of the Year and made into a feature film starring Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt. In 2007 her novel Love in the Present Tense was selected for the Richard & Judy Book Club. Catherine lives in Cambia, California. For more information on Catherine Ryan Hyde and her books, see her website at www.cryanhyde.com
ISBN:
9781407033877
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English
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BRN:
2753340
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