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Chasing Windmills

Chasing Windmills

a compelling and deeply moving novel from bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde

Summary

This thought-provoking, compulsive novel shows how a simple story has the power to move you in the most extraordinary ways. From Richard & Judy bestselling Catherine Ryan Hyde, perfect for fans of Mark Haddon, Mitch Albom and Alice Sebold.

'This gritty love story is compelling reading' -- Sun
'Surprisingly wonderful' -- Mirror
'Couldn't put it down' -- ***** Reader review
'Riveting' -- ***** Reader review
'Engrossing page turner' -- ***** Reader review
'Pure escapism from beginning to end' -- ***** Reader review
'A wonderful, wonderful read' -- ***** Reader review
*****
A CHANCE MEETING ON A TRAIN, AND TWO LIVES CHANGED FOREVER...

Sebastian, at 17, has never eaten pizza, never been to school, never even hung out with other kids. He rides the subway at night to escape his father's strict, possessive parenting.

Maria, 22 and mother to two young children, has just lost her job. Afraid to confess to her violent boyfriend, Maria resorts to riding the subway when he thinks she's at work.

And then one night, on an empty train, Sebastian and Maria make eye contact . . .

Reviews

  • This gritty love story is compelling reading
    Sun

About the author

Catherine Ryan Hyde

Catherine Ryan Hyde is the author of more than 14 novels including Pay it Forward (which was made into a feature film starring Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt), Love in the Present Tense (a Richard & Judy Book Club bestseller), Chasing Windmills, When I Found You and Second Hand Heart. Catherine lives in a small town in California.

For more information on Catherine Ryan Hyde and her books, see her website at www.catherineryanhyde.com
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