Things that Fall from the Sky (Paperback)

Paperback. One quirk of fate can send life spiralling in the most unexpected directionThings that Fall from the Sky is a stunning narrative that explores the unexpected and inexplicable nature of reality.Three lives are changed forever by a series of random events: a young girl loses her mother when a block of ice falls from the sky; a woman wins the jackpot twice; and a man is struck by lightning four times. Selja Ahava weaves together these unique stories in a charming, one-of-a-kind tale about just how far people will go to force life into a logical pattern they can make sense of.Things that Fall from the Sky is a story of everyday life. But it is also a meditation on the passing of time, the endurance of love and the pain of loss. This prize-winning novel by one of Finlands best-loved writers is now touching readers hearts all over the world, painting an unforgettable picture of the unforeseen twists and turns that can define a lifetime. WINNER OF THE EU PRIZE FOR LITERATUREOne quirk of fate can send life spiralling in the most unexpected direction Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…