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A marvelously absorbing and wonderfully written novel that captivates the spirit and culture of the Basque people in Guernica between 1893 and 1940. Hard to believe that this is Dave Boling's first book. With beautiful and complete mastery of the language, Boling brings the compelling characters to life - whether it's Justo, Miguel, Xabier, Dodo, Alaia, Mariangeles or Miren. We literally live with the characters as the novel unfolds, bringing the reader into the culture, ethos and vibrancy of th
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From Goodreads: "In 1935, Miguel Navarro finds himself in conflict with the Spanish Civil Guard, and flees the Basque fishing village of Lekeitio to make a new start in Guernica, the center of Basque culture and tradition. In the midst of this isolated bastion of democratic values, Miguel finds more than a new life— he finds someone to live for. Miren Ansotegui is a charismatic and graceful dancer who has her pick of the bachelors in Guernica, but focuses only on the charming and mysterious Mig
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