My Fathers Ears

Delve into a captivating narrative with 'My Father's Ears,' a compelling debut novel by travel writer Karen Goa. This gripping tale intertwines the intricate lives of long-lost sons, orphan trains, and circus performers against the backdrop of Italian immigration history. The story follows Sophie, a skeptical daughter determined to uncover the truth behind her father's enigmatic past, marked by an affair with a Romanian trapeze artist and a mysterious New Zealander claiming to be his son. As Sophie embarks on this emotional journey, readers are introduced to unforgettable characters that bring humor and heartache to the forefront of this poignant family saga. With 214 pages of rich storytelling and profound insights into the social dilemmas of immigration, 'My Father's Ears' invites you to explore themes of love, betrayal, and the search for identity. Available in a paperback format with dimensions of 149 x 212 mm, this book is perfect for those who enjoy heartfelt literary fiction that resonates with personal history and cultural heritage. Discover how the past shapes our present through Karen Goa's sharp and entertaining writing, making this a must-read for fans of immigrant stories and complex family dynamics.

Author: Karen Goa Publisher: GoaNotesNZ
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 149 x 212 mm
Pages: 214
Publication Date: 01-12-2015

Long-lost sons. Orphan trains. Trapeze artists. Italian POW Camps. When an Italian-Canadian immigrant's harsh but intriguing past catches up with him, his sceptical daughter Sophie sets out to discover the truth about her father, his affair with a Romanian trapeze artist and a mysterious New Zealander claiming to be his son. This twisting tale of secrets and social dilemmas is st against a remarkable and moving history of Italian immigration. Peopled with unforgettable characters, Sophie's world is enthralling yet familiar. My Father's Ears is the compelling debut novel by travel writer Karen Goa. Funny and good-hearted, yet punctuated with heartbreak, this ironic, sharply entertaining story of love, lies and very hairy ears captivates to its astonishing end.