“Good. Drink your tea," he ordered. "It will make you feel better." Nothing will make me feel better, she thought, but she drank it down. It was hot and sweet. Mr. Humphreys must have put his entire month's sugar ration into it. She drained the cup, feeling ashamed of herself. She wasn't the only one who'd had a bad night.”
In this thought-provoking novel, the reader is taken through the rebuilding of a world shattered by a catastrophic event. The story delves into the lives of individuals as they navigate the challenges of a new reality, reflecting on the resilience of the human spirit and the quest for normalcy in the face of unprecedented adversity. more
Connie Willis is a renowned science fiction writer known for her delicate emotional portrayal and profound thematic exploration. Her works cover a range of topics including time travel, history, and human nature, with novels like 'The Time Machine' and 'Black Swan' particularly beloved by readers. more
“This will be a winter so desolate, only memory can fill the emptiness”
“If Erik existed and lived life in despair, We wish him to know we are here and we care.”
“Aquela putain, Emma Bovary, tem a vida eterna e eu morro como um cão.”
“Un désespoir calme, froid, sinistre.”