Half Brothers

Half Brothers

Hesba Stretton

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Double9 Books LLP
Año de edición:
2025
ISBN:
9789371465175
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Half brothers explores emotional fragility and the lasting impact of unresolved relationships through the lens of a young woman abandoned in a foreign land. The story opens with a vivid portrayal of isolation and rising dread as the protagonist awaits her absent partner, unsure of his return and facing imminent childbirth. Her reflections highlight the precariousness of a love that began in secrecy and quickly soured, raising questions about loyalty, dependency, and personal worth. The narrative focuses on the inner turmoil that results from broken promises and strained affection, drawing attention to the weight of emotional responsibility and the pain of estrangement. Moments of silence, unanswered letters, and growing fears are used to convey the protagonist s sense of betrayal and helplessness, while memories of past affection clash with present abandonment. As the psychological burden deepens, the story hints at the far-reaching consequences of choices made in haste and the difficulty of reconciliation when trust is fractured. The novel constructs a powerful meditation on fear, longing, and the complex forces that shape intimate connections in the face of social pressure and personal regret.

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