Heffernan, Gretchen
The Sculptor
- ISBN 13:
- 9781916266605
- author:
- Heffernan, Gretchen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Backlash Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 306
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.3 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Subjects & Themes,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Sculptor by Gretchen Heffernan is a thought-provoking novel about love, oppression and the power of art. Jacques Beaumont, a French Haitian artist with a unique ability to resurrect the dead through his sculptures, finds himself in a small town in Illinois where he falls deeply in love with Elora Winter. However, their happiness is short-lived as Elora's murder sends Jacques on a journey to bring her back to life. When Jacques succeeds in reviving Elora, she returns with an otherworldly presence and an ability that sets her apart from the world around her. As they navigate this new reality together, the question arises: will their love endure or will Elora's newfound powers tear them apart? This haunting tale explores themes of identity, oppression and the complexities of human relationships. With its unique blend of art, magic and small-town secrets, The Sculptor is a gripping and unsettling read that challenges readers to confront the darker aspects of human nature.