Reseña del libro "HOMES: A NOVEL (en Inglés)"
Book Description At forty-two, Dr. George Harrington leaves Paris to work in Asia, bringing his twelve-year-old son, Hugo, with him. He commits to an advisor role on communicable diseases while embodying the unwavering responsibilities of a single father. The father-son bond grows as they adapt to new surroundings, and his son enrolls in a reputable international school after George’s transfer to a regional post in Asia. However, his increasingly intense duty trips often leave his son at home without a parent, and later, Hugo’s studies in faraway England bring them further heartbreak. When George takes a job in Europe, the new office’s atmosphere and the loss of his English parents lead him to retire in England and Italy, while Hugo establishes his career in Germany. George then discovers his wanderlust, embracing frequent moves and experiencing wonders, including encounters with significance. Over twenty-two years, he comes to realize that his homes, or the resemblance of them, aren’t merely physical places but rather about the affections they create. Homes portrays the journey of a man striving to be a loving parent amidst ever-changing environments and constantly adjusting his way of life to find happiness. It explores expats’ lives through a tale of love and discovery in various exotic locations, despite the world’s challenges. “. . . a thoughtful work of literary fiction . . . The settings feel very alive . . . The dialogue is crisp and meaningful . . . a nice reminder of the power of human resilience . . . no matter how many times we change our home.” —Readers’ Favorite “. . . profoundly gripping . . . This is a book that will be enjoyed by anyone who believes that home is not a place on a map but rather a feeling in their heart.” —Bestsellersworld.com “. . . a gentle, thoughtful contemporary novel about family, expatriate life, work, aging, grief, friendship, travel, and our lifelong search for belonging.” —A Look Inside Reviews and Interviews “The ‘where is home’ concept is brilliant . . . Travel . . . is also the central metaphor for the characters' journey . . . a book you read for the feeling it elicits . . . much more powerful source of suspense. It will make the readers see life in a new perspective, will help them grow, and will leave them transformed . . . will richly reward them.” —Feathered Quill Book Reviews “A thoughtful, deeply human journey through love, loss, and belonging . . . Thompson’s character-driven narrative finds its strongest emotional current in George and Hugo’s evolving father-son bond . . . a tender, perceptive exploration of parenthood, wanderlust, loneliness, and the realization that belonging may have less to do with geography than affection.” —The Prairies Book Review “. . . the novel captures the difficulties of wanting to protect a child while also recognizing that they must eventually become independent . . . a reflective quality, allowing readers to consider how people’s definitions of happiness and success can change over time . . . Thompson reminds us that home is not simply where we live, but where we find connection and a sense of belonging.” —The Book Review Directory “Thompson’s character work is impeccable: introducing George as a tender, self-effacing narrator and an unforgettable character whose humanity fills the pages of this inspiring book. Hugo’s maturation feels earned, and friends . . . are as finely drawn . . . The worldbuilding feels real . . . The pacing is unhurried . . . the lyrical, introspective prose rewards patient readers. Fans of contemplative literary fiction about fatherhood, belonging, and aging will find Homes a sincere, comforting read.” —The Book Commentary
