Love In The Present Tense: the heart-warming and uplifting novel from Richard & Judy bestseller Catherine...

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Catherine Ryan Hyde

Love In The Present Tense

the heart-warming and uplifting novel from Richard & Judy bestseller Catherine Ryan Hyde

Catherine Ryan Hyde

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Black Swan
01 May 2007

Fiction & Literature; Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

The magical story of a young boy's search for his mother

The story of a love that transcends time, place and human weakness from Richard & Judy bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde.

Perfect for fans of Mark Haddon, Mitch Albom and Alice Sebold.

'A work of art...enchanting' -- San Francisco Chronicle

'A magnificent storyteller' -- Denver Post 'What a quirky wonderful book! It moved me and made me laugh - what a wee gem!' --
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* THE MAGICAL STORY OF A YOUNG BOY'S SEARCH FOR BELONGING

Mitch is a 25-year-old with commitment issues. Leonard is a five-year-old kid with asthma and vision problems, who captivates everyone he meets. Pearl is Leonard's teenage mother, who's trying to hide a violent secret from her past. Life has given Pearl every reason to mistrust people, but circumstances force her to trust her neighbour, Mitch.

Then one day, with a heart full of agony, Pearl drops Leonard off with Mitch and never returns.

How do you go on loving someone who isn't there? With Leonard's absolute conviction in 'forever love' always present, Leonard and Mitch grow up side by side and piece together the layered truths and fictions of their almost magical lives.

Pearl, Leonard and Mitch each have a story to tell - as their lives unfold, profound questions arise about the nature of love and family. The answers are heartbreaking, but ultimately triumphant.

By: Catherine Ryan Hyde
Imprint: Black Swan
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 19mm
Weight: 210g
ISBN: 9780552773645
ISBN 10: 0552773646
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 01 May 2007
Recommended Age: From 0 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Catherine Ryan Hyde, an acclaimed novelist and award-winning short-story writer, is the author of the story collection Earthquake Weather and of the novels Funerals for Horses, Electric God and Pay it Forward, which was named an ALA Book of the Year and made into a feature film starring Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt. She lives in Cambia, California.

Reviews for Love In The Present Tense: the heart-warming and uplifting novel from Richard & Judy bestseller Catherine Ryan Hyde

A sweet and honest look at the pains and pleasures of love, and who could not fall in love with Leonard-what a beautifully drawn character * Jane Green * A work of art...enchanting * San Francisco Chronicle * Haunting * Washington Post * Hyde excels in her story of a love that transcends time, place and human weakness * Publishers Weekly * A magnificent storyteller * The Denver Post * Hyde is a remarkable, insightful storyteller, creating full-bodied characters * Library Journal * I really enjoyed Pay It Forward and its powerful message. I very much admire the work and philosophy of Catherine Ryan Hyde and I thank her for what she is doing and for what she is writing. It's a powerful reminder of the difference one person can make. * President Bill Clinton *