Maya's Notebook: A Novel by Isabel Allende (English) Paperback Book

Description: Maya's Notebook by Isabel Allende "Allende can spin a yarn with the grace of a poet."—Entertainment WeeklyAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, NOW WITH A NEW DEAR READER LETTERFrom the New York Times bestselling author of A Long Petal of the Sea and The House of the Spirits, an enthralling and suspenseful coming-of-age story about a teenage girl who must unravel the mysteries of her past in order to save herself.Nineteen-year-old Maya Vidal grew up in a rambling old house in Berkeley with her grandmother Nini—a force of nature whose formidable strength helped her build a new life after she emigrated from Chile in 1973—and Popo, an African-American astronomer and professor whose solid, comforting presence helps calm the turbulence of Mayas adolescence. When Popo dies of cancer, Maya comes undone and turns to drugs, alcohol, and petty crime. When she becomes lost in the dangerous underworld of Las Vegas, Maya becomes caught in the crosshairs of deadly warring forces. Her one chance for survival is Nini, who helps her escape to a remote island off the coast of Chile. Here, Maya tries to make sense of the past to discover the truth about her life and her family, and embarks on her greatest adventure: a journey of self-discovery and forgiveness. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Isabel Allende is the author of twelve works of fiction, including the New York Times bestsellers Maya"s Notebook, Island Beneath the Sea, Inés of My Soul, Daughter of Fortune, and a novel that has become a world-renowned classic, The House of the Spirits. Born in Peru and raised in Chile, she lives in California. Review What sets Mayas Notebook apart from the usual teen-in-trouble fare is the soaring redemption Maya finds in Chile. The villages peaceful pace is a tonic to both Maya and the reader...a captivating read by a great storyteller." -- John Barron, Chicago Tribune"A brilliant storyteller, Allende creates a giant spiderweb of relationships; pull one thread and the whole structure shudders...fans of Allende and those new to her work will find a great deal of satisfaction in following the often-harrowing but always enlightening adventures of Maya Vidal." -- Philadelphia Inquirer"A gritty, violent, cautionary tale set firmly in the present. . . . But the writing is still all Allende: driven by emotion...framed by her brand of lyrical description." -- Miami Herald"Mayas Notebook sings a contemporary tune...the narrative expands from harsh twenty-first century language to lyrical descriptions of Mayas unfolding exterior and interior worlds. Its a coming-of-age tale achieved by immersion in ageless wisdom...the beauty of Allendes writing remains undeniable." -- San Jose Mercury News"Mayas story is soul-restoring in its fierce conviction that there is no damage done to a society, family or individual that cannot be eclipsed by hope and love. Allende makes you believe that, even if you dont, at least for a while." -- Minneapolis Star Tribune"Longtime fans of Isabel Allendes work will find much of the authors beguiling mix of clear-eyed toughness and lightness of spirit in her new protagonist, and will welcome another chapter in Allendes continuing exploration of Latin America. Those introduced to Allende by Mayas Notebook surely will want more." -- Seattle Times"Allende can spin a yarn with the grace of a poet." -- Entertainment Weekly"Gripping...Allende retains the storytelling magic that is her signature, while deftly juxtaposing the alternating universes of the past-including Chiles dark history of political terror-and present...A tale of a girls journey toward self-discovery, of the fierce power of truth, and of the healing force of love." -- Jane Ciabattari, O magazine"Isabel Allende enchants in Mayas Notebook." -- Vanity Fair"Allende paints a vivid picture contrasting Mayas drug-clouded past and her recovery in Chiloé. Yet another accomplished work by a master storyteller that will enthrall and captivate. This is a must-read." -- Library Journal (starred review)"Allende is a master at plucking heartstrings, and Mayas family drama is hard to resist." -- Kirkus Reviews"An explosive novel...Every character is enthralling...This is a boldly plotted, sharply funny, and purposefully bone-shaking novel of sexual violence, political terror, "collective shame," and dark family secrets, all transcended by courage and love." -- Booklist (starred review)"Bruising and cinematically vivid...Mayas Notebook exerts a raw and genuine power...Its strength is Mayas distinctive voice: vulnerable but spiked with irony, wounded yet defiant, like a teenage emo-punks pierced tongue." -- Reed Johnson, Los Angeles Times"A riveting new novel...From the very start, Maya is in possession of a strong and authentic voice that guides the novel and gives it shape." -- Malena Watrous, San Francisco Chronicle Review Quote What sets Mayas Notebook apart from the usual teen-in-trouble fare is the soaring redemption Maya finds in Chile. The villages peaceful pace is a tonic to both Maya and the reader...a captivating read by a great storyteller." Details ISBN0063021811 Author Isabel Allende Short Title Mayas Notebook Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 0063021811 ISBN-13 9780063021815 Format Paperback Imprint HarperVia Subtitle A Novel Pages 480 UK Release Date 2021-01-05 Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2021-01-05 Edited by Zhaoxiang Zhang Birth 1927 Death 1973 Affiliation Massachusetts Institute of Technology Position journalist Qualifications S. J. Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Publication Date 2021-01-05 Alternative 9780007525164 DEWEY 863.64 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-05-27 NZ Release Date 2021-05-27 Imprint US HarperVia Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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