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Lesley Crewe

    Deze auteur duikt met opmerkelijk inzicht en humor in de complexiteit van familiedynamiek. Haar verhalen, die zich vaak afspelen tegen de achtergrond van hechte gemeenschappen, onderzoeken de complexiteit van menselijke verbindingen en de zoektocht naar geluk. Via herkenbare personages en scherpe observaties nodigt ze lezers uit om na te denken over hun eigen leven en relaties. Haar vermogen om authentieke emoties en alledaagse vreugde vast te leggen, maakt haar een geliefde verteller.

    Hit & Mrs.
    I Kid You Not: Chronicles of an Ordinary Family
    Her Mother's Daughter
    Ava Comes Home
    Nosy Parker
    Kin
    • Kin

      • 600bladzijden
      • 21 uur lezen
      4,3(651)Tarief

      Lesley Crewe, a cherished and bestselling author from Cape Breton, presents her novels in vibrant, compact editions. These new formats make her beloved stories more accessible while retaining their charm and appeal.

      Kin
    • Nosy Parker

      • 296bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen
      4,3(1849)Tarief

      Set in 1967 Montreal during the vibrant Expo, the story follows Audrey Parker, a perceptive and inquisitive young girl determined to uncover the truth about her mother's mysterious past. As she navigates her new neighborhood, Audrey documents her observations, hoping to solve the ultimate mystery surrounding her mother's life and death. Through her adventures, she experiences the complexities of childhood and adolescence, encountering a diverse cast of characters that shape her understanding of love, loss, and family.

      Nosy Parker
    • Ava Comes Home

      • 408bladzijden
      • 15 uur lezen
      4,2(18)Tarief

      A gripping narrative unfolds around a devastating secret that has been hidden for self-preservation. When this secret is unexpectedly revealed, it transforms the lives of all those connected to it. The story delves into themes of shame and the profound impact of truth on relationships, showcasing the emotional turmoil and consequences faced by the characters involved.

      Ava Comes Home
    • Her Mother's Daughter

      • 344bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen
      4,1(19)Tarief

      Renowned Cape Breton author Lesley Crewe's novels are now offered in vibrant, compact editions, making her beloved and bestselling works more accessible. This new format showcases her engaging storytelling and unique voice, appealing to both new readers and longtime fans.

      Her Mother's Daughter
    • Bestselling author of The Spoon Stealer brings more of her sharp Cape Breton wit to the follow-up non-fiction collection to Leacock - longlisted Are You Kidding Me?!

      I Kid You Not: Chronicles of an Ordinary Family
    • Hit & Mrs.

      • 312bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen
      3,9(12)Tarief

      Renowned Cape Breton author Lesley Crewe's novels are now offered in vibrant, compact editions, making them more accessible for readers. These beloved works continue to showcase her engaging storytelling and unique voice, appealing to both new fans and longtime readers.

      Hit & Mrs.
    • Shoot Me

      • 384bladzijden
      • 14 uur lezen
      3,7(14)Tarief

      Set in a South End house filled with secrets, the story revolves around Elsie Brooks and her complex family dynamics. With her estranged husband in the basement and her sister in the attic, the household is a tapestry of relationships. The arrival of Aunt Hildy, a spirited ninety-one-year-old archaeologist, brings further intrigue as her impending death uncovers layers of hidden meanings, treasures, and a backdrop of murder and mystery, making the home a focal point of family secrets and revelations.

      Shoot Me
    • Relative Happiness

      • 378bladzijden
      • 14 uur lezen
      3,8(37)Tarief

      Renowned Cape Breton author Lesley Crewe's novels are now offered in vibrant, compact editions, making her beloved stories more accessible to readers. These new formats highlight her engaging writing style and the charm of her narratives, appealing to both new fans and longtime readers.

      Relative Happiness
    • Chloe Sparrow

      • 348bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen

      Lesley Crewe, a cherished and bestselling author from Cape Breton, presents her novels in vibrant, smaller-format editions. These new editions offer readers a fresh way to experience her engaging storytelling and unique narrative style.

      Chloe Sparrow
    • Death & Other Inconveniences

      • 280bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen

      The novel delves into the emotional journey of widowhood, highlighting the intricacies of family relationships and the challenges of personal growth at any stage of life. Through rich character development, it examines how individuals navigate grief and the evolving nature of their connections with others.

      Death & Other Inconveniences