Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A lovely first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with mild edgewear.

In this wrenching, lyrical novel, Maya, an immigrant woman in her early twenties, works as a maid in a white family's home in upstate New York. She longs for a life of her own, but is constrained by poverty and by the expectations of her immigrant family. When the family's patriarch, Raymond, dies suddenly, Maya is given the opportunity to manage the family's estate. With this newfound freedom, she begins to explore her own dreams and passions.

The Gazebo is a subtle, beautiful exploration of the immigrant experience, the power of connection, and the bravery it takes to chase one's dreams.; 8vo; FSA.

Price: $40.00