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The Dreams of Bethany Mellmoth depicts the random encounters that bring the past bubbling to the surface; the impulsive decisions that irrevocably shape a life; and the endless hesitations and loss-of-nerve that wickedly complicate it. These funny, surprising and moving stories are a resounding confirmation of Boyd's powers as one of our most original and compelling storytellers.
If you like William Boyd you might also like to read books by Philip Hensher, Ian McEwan and Ian Fleming.
Synopsis
The Dreams of Bethany Mellmoth by William Boyd
A philandering art dealer tries to give up casual love affairs - seeking only passionate kisses as a substitute. A man recounts his personal history through the things he has stolen from others throughout his life. A couple chart the journey of their five year relationship backwards, from awkward reunion to lovelorn first encounter. And, at the heart of the book, a 24-year old young woman, Bethany Mellmoth, embarks on a year-long journey of wishful and tentative self-discovery.
Reviews
He has probably written more classic books than any of his contemporaries Daily Telegraph
Boyd is a brilliant novelist Observer
William Boyd is a gifted chronicler of lives both enigmatic and artistic Mail on Sunday
One of Britain's best and best-loved storytellers Sunday Express
Boyd deals with heavy themes with the lightest touch. We're lucky to have him writing for us -- John Sutherland The Times
Boyd is a gifted and intelligent story-teller -- Amanda Craig Independent on Sunday
Boyd is as good as ever at capturing time and place, and at blurring the line between fact and fiction. A highly enjoyable read Daily Telegraph on 'Sweet Caress'
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Publication date
2nd November 2017Author
William BoydMore books by William Boyd
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www.williamboyd.co.uk/
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Publisher
Viking an imprint of Penguin Books LtdFormat
Hardback256 pages
Categories
Literary FictioneBook Favourites
Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)Short storiesISBN
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