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The Spider Truces
- Narrated by: Joe Jameson
- Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins
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Summary
Ellis is obsessed with the spiders that inhabit the crumbling house where he lives with his dad, his older sister and Great-Aunt Mafi - and by a need to find out more about his mother, whose death overshadows the family's otherwise happy existence.
He is a sensitive soul - awkward and out of place most of the time but funny, too, and with an embarrassing habit of speaking his thoughts aloud, whatever the company. From early attempts at relationships to unskilled jobs, flatshares and drug-addled nights on the beach, Ellis muddles his way towards adulthood. What endures is the strength of his bond with his dad, Denny, and his affectionate relationship with his intrepid sister, who turns up whenever he needs her - a new boyfriend in tow every time.
The family banter is Ellis' lifeline and a counterpoint to the constant heartache of his desire to know something - anything - about his mother. Meanwhile Denny, an ex-Merchant Navy man, bottles up his grief at the loss of his wife, refusing to talk about her.
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"A remote corner of Kent is the background to Connolly's magical coming-of-age novel. Growing up, Ellis prefers to spend time on the local farm; later he will develop a talent for photography, but relationships remain a mystery to him in this fierce, humane and hazily poetic work." (Guardian)
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- hazanne
- 31-01-16
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes because it is beautiful, cleverly written and would appeal to all age groups.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Ellis the lead character because he is quirky attractive flawed but perfect.
What does Joe Jameson bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
I must say I have a problem with many narrations but Joe Jameson is a favourite. He brings Ellis to life, and not only that but does the same authentically with all the other characters. male and female.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes and no. I would rather savour it slowly as it has become one of my favourites
Any additional comments?
This is a book that stays with you long after the end and gives you food for thought. I had read it a few years ago but this was one of my best listening experiences.
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