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The Braid
- A Novel
- Narrated by: Tania Rodrigues
- Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
In this unforgettable international best seller, three women from very different circumstances around the world find their lives intertwined by a single object and discover what connects us - across cultures, across backgrounds, and across borders.
In India, Smita is an untouchable. Desperate to give her daughter an education, she takes her child and flees her small village with nothing but resourcefulness, eventually heading to a temple where she will experience a rebirth.
In Sicily, Giulia works in her father’s wig workshop, the last of its kind in Palermo. She washes, bleaches, and dyes the hair provided by the city’s hairdressers, which is now in short supply. But when her father is the victim of a serious accident, she discovers that the company’s financial situation is dire. Now, she must find a way to save her family’s livelihood.
In Canada, Sarah is a successful lawyer and twice-divorced mother of three children whose identity is wrapped up in her work. Just as she expects a big promotion, her life is shattered when she’s diagnosed with cancer.
A moving novel of hope and renewal, The Braid is a celebration of womanhood and the power of connection and perseverance.
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- Amazon Customer
- 02-26-21
good story, good narration!
Well with the time. a heartwarming story with windows into the background of different cultures and societal norms.
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- Meidar Sharoni
- 10-02-20
Wonderful all around
A beautiful story of self discovery, courage, determination, and self belief.
My daughter recommended it to me and insisted I read it. She's right!
Left me smiling and full of gratitude ❤
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-30-20
Great book
What an inspiration! I enjoyed the entire journey of the 3 women. Would recommend a great read.
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- yuki y.
- 10-15-19
lindo libro
me encantó la historia. aunque el final era predecible, son lindas historias de mujeres que terminan enlazandose.