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Pangolin - mystical portent or just a very shy animal - what part will it play in shaping Gracie's decision? Twenty-two, trapped and bitter, with trampled dreams and almost forgotten desires, one week will upturn Gracie's world. Two figures from the past, and a pangolin, will appear and for the girl, once accused of witchcraft, everything will change.
With evocative prose and compelling characters, ‘Pangolin' is a captivating tale that explores the depths of human emotions and the pursuit of a better life.
Follow the journey of a young Tanzanian as she navigates the complexities of love, loss and societal expectations. Prepare to be swept away by this poignant story of hope, redemption and the courage to create a new path.
ISBN : 978-1-80439-925-5
Published: 26/09/2024
Pages : 332
Size : 205x140
Imprint : Olympia Publishers
Growing up in Sheffield, Barbara studied English at St Hugh's College, Oxford, then worked for Oxfam before training as a teacher. She became an advisory teacher and writer on international development, then bought a small farm in West Wales, where she co-founded the Shared Earth Trust for wildlife conservation. Later, she became a counsellor in the NHS and worked in leadership training. In 1999, she visited Tanzania, returning many times to live and work in a rural community, collecting stories and helping women establish micro-businesses. Barbara now lives in the south of France, writing and relishing what life brings.