Author: Lawrence Scott
publisher name: Allison & Busby
ISBN: 9780749081652
Set in the year 1938 on the Caribbean island of El Caracol, this novel unfolds against the backdrop of a tumultuous period. Theo, a young orphan with a troubled past, finds himself in the care of the island's doctor, Vincent Metivier, during the sultry heat of summer. The narrative explores Theo's journey, the complexities of his history, and the need for love and attention in a world marked by uncertainty.
