From a beguiling voice in Mexican fiction comes an astonishing novel―her first to be translated into English―about a mysterious child with the power to change a family’s history in a country on the verge of revolution.From the day that old Nana Reja found a baby abandoned under a bridge, the life of a small Mexican town forever changed. Disfigured and covered in a blanket of bees, little Simonopio is for some locals the stuff of superstition, a child kissed by the devil. But he is welcomed by landowners Francisco and Beatriz Morales, who adopt him and care for him as if he were their own. As he grows up, Simonopio becomes a cause for wonder to the Morales family, because when the uncannily gifted child closes his eyes, he can see what no one else can―visions of all that’s yet to come, both beautiful and dangerous. Followed by his protective swarm of bees and living to deliver his adoptive family from threats―both human and those of nature―Simonopio’s purpose in Linares will, in time, be divined.Set against the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution and the devastating influenza of 1918, The Murmur of Bees captures both the fate of a country in flux and the destiny of one family that has put their love, faith, and future in the unbelievable.
Details e-book The Murmur of Bees
🗸 Author(s): Sofía Segovia,Simon Bruni
🗸 Title: The Murmur of Bees
🗸 Rating : 4.4 from 5 stars (14261 reviews)
🗸 ISBN-10: 1542040507
🗸 ISBN-13: 9781542040501
🗸 Languange: English
🗸 Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
🗸 Supported Devices: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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Readers' opinions about The Murmur of Bees by Sofía Segovia,Simon Bruni
Ida Martin
This book was an absolute gem! The author's writing style was poetic and evocative, creating a world that came alive in my imagination. The complex characters were relatable and flawed, making their journey all the more compelling. I experienced a whirlwind of emotions, from laughter to tears, as I followed their adventures. Truly a book that touched my heart.
Alison Woolridge
This book exceeded all my expectations. The world-building was rich and immersive, and the characters felt like real people with their strengths and vulnerabilities. The author's ability to evoke emotions through their words is commendable. I was swept away by the tale of bravery and resilience, and it will stay with me for a long time.
Phoebe Hines
This book was a true masterpiece. The author's command of language and storytelling was superb. The characters were wonderfully developed, and their relationships felt authentic. The themes of love, identity, and redemption added depth to the narrative. A mesmerizing read that left me with a lingering sense of wonder and contemplation.