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The death of a mysterious newcomer brings a Guadeloupean village together. In the villagers' memories, Maryse Condé reveals intertwined lives and buried secrets. Translated by Richard Philcox.
Francis Sancher is found dead on a muddy path outside Rivière au Sel, a village in Guadeloupe. An enigmatic newcomer, he inspired affection in some neighbours and hostility in others.
As the villagers gather to pay their respects, their memories reveal the many ways his presence touched their lives. Through their voices, Maryse Condé explores a community's tensions, desires and hidden histories.
Translated from the French by Richard Philcox. Penguin Modern Classics paperback edition, 192 pages.
