Now nearing thirty, Rose and Ruby are soon to be history's oldest conjoined twins, and Rose decides it is time to write the story of her short but extraordinary life. As Ruby watches Rose write her memoirs, she decides she wants to tell her part too; for though they are as close as two people can be, their lives and voices are wonderfully, powerfully distinct. Every experience of growing up comes rushing through in their telling-- their first loves, their painful choices, losses, and triumphs--but every experience is doubled, sometimes joyfully and sometimes painfully.One of the world's oldest living craniopagus conjoined twins at the approach of her thirtieth birthday, bookish Rose Darlen attempts to pen her autobiography while remembering the joys and challenges of her life with sister Ruby.
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Review:
This unusual novel is so satisfying...a graceful meditation on partnership identity and enduring love (The TIMES)
An immensely readable novel, compelling and convincing. The Girls is an enchanting blend of the extraordinary and the everyday (New Statesman)
Perfectly pitched... an utterly heartwarming tale, without any traces of mawkishness. Anyone with a sister will relate to this (Book of the Month - Marie Claire)
Beautifully written and deeply moving, it's unforgettable (IMAGE MAGAZINE)
Book Description:
I promise: you will never forget this extraordinary story. Love, connection, loyalty, raw humanity and much more are the ingredients of this most unusual novel. Lori Lansens's blend of tragedy and comedy will touch you deeply' Isabel Allende
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- PublisherHachette Audio
- Publication date2007
- ISBN 10 1594839530
- ISBN 13 9781594839535
- BindingAudio CD
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