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The story of Charles Strange: A novel Vol. I reflects a subtle journey through familial change, loss, and emotional awakening. Set in a quiet English rectory, the novel opens with a child s limited understanding of mortality and love, as he navigates the early signs of his mother's decline. The domestic world, carefully observed through youthful perception, reveals tenderness as well as a growing shadow of fear. The initial setting, though peaceful, contains tension as conversations begin to suggest truths that the young protagonist is not yet ready to fully grasp. The rectory, village, and surrounding countryside form a backdrop against which emotional transitions take place, particularly the child s shifting understanding of safety, permanence, and affection. As loss approaches, small routines and gestures become charged with significance. The parental bond and its fragility are central, providing a foundation that will be challenged by absence and the uncertain future ahead. With each small moment, the novel quietly prepares for the lasting effects of early grief, inheritance of memory, and emotional resilience developed across time.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
The story of Charles Strange: A novel Vol. I reflects a subtle journey through familial change, loss, and emotional awakening. Set in a quiet English rectory, the novel opens with a child s limited understanding of mortality and love, as he navigates the early signs of his mother's decline. The domestic world, carefully observed through youthful perception, reveals tenderness as well as a growing shadow of fear. The initial setting, though peaceful, contains tension as conversations begin to suggest truths that the young protagonist is not yet ready to fully grasp. The rectory, village, and surrounding countryside form a backdrop against which emotional transitions take place, particularly the child s shifting understanding of safety, permanence, and affection. As loss approaches, small routines and gestures become charged with significance. The parental bond and its fragility are central, providing a foundation that will be challenged by absence and the uncertain future ahead. With each small moment, the novel quietly prepares for the lasting effects of early grief, inheritance of memory, and emotional resilience developed across time.