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Happiness Falls: 'I Loved This Book.' Gabrielle Zevin
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By Angie Kim
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THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
OPRAH DAILY’S #1 Book of 2023
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK
FINALIST FOR THE NEW AMERICAN VOICES AWARD
AMAZON EDITOR’S CHOICE & TOP TWENTY NOVEL OF THE YEAR
‘A Brilliant, satisfying, compassionate mystery.’
GABRIELLE ZEVIN
‘Bittersweet, sensitive and moving.’
GUARDIAN
‘I can’t remember a book with more layers. . . I was riveted through the last page.’
JODI PICOULT
Mia Parkson’s life is turned upside down when her stay-at-home dad, the family’s anchor, goes missing. The only witness? Eugene – her younger, nonspeaking teenage brother.
As the Police struggle for leads, and her mother and twin brother struggle to keep things together at home, Mia gains access to key clues about her father’s disappearance. Headstrong, hyper analytical, and with secrets of her own, she decides to try and solve the case. But could Mia’s impulsive actions be putting her whole family in danger?
‘Gorgeous . a layered and innovative exploration of family, love, happiness, and race.’
JEAN KWOK
‘Stunning!’
JO BROWNING WROE
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j.acton@harrytown.stockport.sch.uk
Angie Kim’s "Happiness Falls" is a spellbinding tale of love, loss, and the search for redemption in a town haunted by its past. Set against the backdrop of a small community where secrets simmer beneath the surface, Kim’s novel explores the intertwined lives of its characters with depth and nuance. From the enigmatic protagonist struggling to rebuild her shattered life to the troubled souls grappling with guilt and longing, each character in "Happiness Falls" is intricately drawn and utterly compelling. Kim’s prose is luminous, capturing the beauty and darkness of human emotions with precision. As the narrative unfolds, tensions escalate, leading to a stunning climax that leaves readers breathless. "Happiness Falls" is a haunting and unforgettable journey into the heart of human resilience and the enduring power of hope.
