Whispering Pines

di David Bolton (Autore)

Rare Bird Books, 2026

In the postwar suburbs of Baltimore, the brick apartments of Whispering Pines teem with stories—of longing, loss, desire, and resilience. From a weary streetcar conductor grappling with ghosts of war, to a lonely dispatcher who dares to imagine romance, to children navigating the hazards and wonders of growing up under hurricane skies, David Bolton’s Whispering Pines captures the fragile beauty of ordinary lives in extraordinary moments. Told through a mosaic of interconnected tales, this richly atmospheric collection is both a love letter to mid-century Baltimore and a timeless meditation on the human condition. Bolton’s characters wrestle with grief, temptation, faith, and forgiveness, yet always return to the enduring pull of community. With unflinching honesty and lyrical detail, Whispering Pines reminds us that every apartment window conceals a world of secret dramas, each as compelling as the next. Perfect for readers of Richard Russo, Elizabeth Strout, and Andre Dubus, Whispering Pines is an unforgettable portrait of lives lived in shadows and light.

• Autore: David Bolton
• Editore: Rare Bird Books
• Anno: 2026
• Rilegatura: Hardback
• Pagine: 240 p.
• Dimensioni: 216 x 140 mm
• Peso: 340 gr.
• EAN: 9781644285565

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