Thanks to Kayleigh Clark of Berkley/NAL/ Penguin Group (USA), I am giving away one print copy of Above All Things.
Book Description:
The Paris Wife meets Into Thin Air in this breathtaking debut novel of obsession and divided loyalties, which brilliantly weaves together the harrowing story of George Mallory’s ill-fated 1924 attempt to be the first man to conquer Mount Everest, with that of a single day in the life of his wife as she waits at home in England for news of his return.
A captivating blend of historical fact and imaginative fiction, Above All Things moves seamlessly back and forth between the epic story of Mallory’s legendary final expedition and a heartbreaking account of a day in the life of Ruth Mallory. Through George’s perspective, and that of the newest member of the climbing team, Sandy Irvine, we get an astonishing picture of the terrible risks taken by the men on the treacherous terrain of the Himalaya. But it is through Ruth’s eyes that a complex portrait of a marriage emerges, one forged on the eve of the First World War, shadowed by its losses, and haunted by the ever-present possibility that George might not come home.
Drawing on years of research, this powerful and beautifully written novel is a timeless story of desire, redemption, and the lengths we are willing to go for honour, glory, and love.
About Tanis Rideout:
Tanis Rideout’s work has appeared in numerous publications and has been short-listed for several prizes, including a CBS Literary Award. She lives in Toronto, where she received her MFA from the University of Guelph-Humber. This is her first novel. Visit her online at www.tanisrideout.wordpress.com.
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The fact that this is partly based on historical research makes it sound appealing to me.
This novel sounds captivating and fascinating. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
I read this book last year and it was truly an amazing read, went far beyond what I had expected.
Interesting subject matter
I am interested in the time period of the book, and the wife’s story as she waits at home for his return.