Agnes and Molly |
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| Author:
| Morken, Merete
Andersen, Merete Geert |
| Translator:
| Haveland, Barbara |
| ISBN: | 978-1-904559-28-3 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2008 |
| Publisher: | Maia Press Limited, The
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $29.95 |
Book Description:
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International Book of the Year, TLS. The story of two friends, Agnes and Molly, and the man they both desire - Aksel, the father of two children. When Aksel's ex-wife is taken ill, he asks a favor of Molly: would she take care of his children in her summerhouse? But Agnes, who is disabled, is jealous of Molly's relationship with Aksel and his children. When Agnes comes to the summerhouse to help Molly, the real struggle for power begins, with the women battling for the affections of...
More DescriptionInternational Book of the Year, TLS. The story of two friends, Agnes and Molly, and the man they both desire - Aksel, the father of two children. When Aksel's ex-wife is taken ill, he asks a favor of Molly: would she take care of his children in her summerhouse? But Agnes, who is disabled, is jealous of Molly's relationship with Aksel and his children. When Agnes comes to the summerhouse to help Molly, the real struggle for power begins, with the women battling for the affections of the children. This is a richly atmospheric novel about friendship, jealousy, and love.