Christie Watson
Tiny Sunbirds Far Away
- ISBN 13:
- 9781849163750
- author:
- Christie Watson
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Quercus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.4 x 3.4 cm
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Tiny Sunbirds Far Away
Blessing's life is turned upside down when her father leaves their glamorous family for another woman. Forced to leave behind their comfortable life in Lagos, they are sent to live with their grandparents in the Niger Delta.
This poignant and humorous novel tells the story of how some families can survive almost anything, as Blessing navigates a new world and forms a deep bond with her grandmother, a traditional midwife. With its absorbing and passionate portrayal of love, loss and resilience, this book is a powerful exploration of family life.
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