The Bachelor
Unexpected guests disrupt a sibling's peaceful suburban life
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Vintage Publishing
Published:4th Aug '11
Should be back in stock very soon
In The Bachelor, Constance and Kenneth Fielding's peaceful life is disrupted by unexpected guests, leading to romance and self-discovery amidst wartime challenges.
In The Bachelor, brother and sister Constance and Kenneth Fielding lead an unassuming life just outside London, away from the chaos of the Blitz. Their tranquil existence is disrupted when an unexpected array of guests arrives, including a Balkan exile, Kenneth's former love, and their charmingly irresponsible father. As these uninvited visitors take up residence, the siblings must navigate the complexities of their relationships while trying to maintain the serenity of their home.
The household, once a sanctuary of calm, becomes a stage for unfolding drama and unexpected connections. Each guest brings their own stories and secrets, challenging the Fieldings' notions of respectability and stability. Constance and Kenneth find themselves grappling not only with their own feelings but also with the dynamics introduced by their eclectic visitors. The arrival of these characters forces them to confront their pasts and reevaluate their futures, leading to moments of both tension and tenderness.
As the narrative unfolds, The Bachelor explores themes of love, loyalty, and the search for identity amidst the backdrop of wartime uncertainty. With a keen eye for social dynamics, the author captures the essence of human relationships and the unexpected ways in which they can develop, all while maintaining a sense of humor and warmth. This engaging tale reminds readers that romance can blossom in the most unlikely of circumstances.
[Gibbons has] a marvellous eye for the social scene - no-one is more accurate
Chipper is the word: Gibbons's heroines are plucky, determined and quietly hedonistic. But she can do melancholy with the best of them, too, not to mention melodrama * Guardian *
Stella Gibbons…an exception to that old canard: women can't make us laugh * Independent *
The Jane Austen of the 20th century -- Lynne Truss
Stella is stellar * Sunday Herald *
ISBN: 9780099529323
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 26mm
Weight: 298g
432 pages