Daughter of Ruins, Yvette Manessis Corporon
Daughter of Ruins, Yvette Manessis Corporon
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Daughter of Ruins
A sweeping historical novel of fierce women

Author: Yvette Manessis Corporon

Narrator: Alex Sarrigeorgiou

Unabridged: 12 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 10/08/2024

Synopsis

As seen on GMA * "Start this engrossing, mesmerizing, and loving book and you won't want to put it down." --Adam Glassman, Oprah Daily * "Spellbinding!" --Today.comSet in the direct aftermath of WWII and spanning the rest of the 20th century, Daughter of Ruins is an all-encompassing tale steeped in the rich history, culture, and myths of Greece. A deeply moving story that follows three women (a prostitute, a mail-order bride, and a young artist) as they struggle to control their destinies, fighting to become the women they were meant to be.After Demitra's mother died in America, her father took Demitra home to the Greek island of Cephalonia, where she endures a lonely childhood and dreams her dead mother watches over her like the goddesses she reads about in her mythology books. When Demitra comes of age in the aftermath of WWII, she refuses to marry the man chosen for her. Instead, she defiantly begins an affair with a forbidden man who ignites her passion for painting the goddesses she once imagined protected her.Elena is a beautiful Italian woman who dreamed of a life away from the brothels where she was raised. But opportunities are not meant for daughters of prostitutes, and Elena has no choice but to become one herself. When Italy occupies Cephalonia, Elena finds work entertaining the soldiers. Her life on the island is happy and carefree--until the Germans arrive in 1943.Maria lives in a poor mountain village in 1921 with a loving mother and sister. When her father grows desperate to feed his family, he sends her to America as a picture bride to marry a stranger. Only eighteen years old, Maria is terrified of the journey ahead.Despite their different origins, these three women's stories will weave in and out of each other, creating a tapestry of courage, determination, and love.Daughter of Ruins is a powerful tale of three strong, fierce women, and it is impossible not to be moved by their journeys. Whether you are a fan of historical fiction, mythology, or simply enjoy a compelling story of female empowerment, this book is a must-read. So why not pick up a copy today and join us on this unforgettable journey to 20th-century Greece?

About Yvette Manessis Corporon

Yvette Manessis Corporon is an internationally bestselling author and Emmy Award–winning producer. To date, her books have been translated into sixteen languages. A first generation Greek-American with deep family roots on Corfu, Yvette studied classical civilization and journalism at New York University. She lives in Brooklyn with her family where she spends her spare time reading, running, and trying to get into yoga. Visit her online at yvettecorporon.com; Instagram: @yvettecorporon; Twitter: @YvetteNY; Facebook: @YvetteManessisCorporonAuthor.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Christina on November 06, 2024

3.5 rounded up to 4. Daughter of Ruins has an intriguing storyline! Three women beginning life at a disadvantage and bravely struggling to accept or hopefully reach beyond their situations. I don’t know much about Greek Gods/Goddesses so it was eye opening to me. I found it interesting that both the......more

Goodreads review by Paris on October 08, 2024

5 stars. Wow. I don’t know what I expected out of this book but it surprised me in the best way. Following three greek women over the course of 60 years, Daughter of Ruins plumbs the depths of the hardships everyday Greek women faced in the mid 20th century. I cried my way through the pages of heart......more

Goodreads review by Marilyn (not getting notifications) on November 24, 2024

Daughter of Ruins by Yvette Manessis Corporon was a captivating historic fiction novel that explored the lives of three women. One was born in the United States but returned to her Greek roots with her father at a young age when her mother died. Another had been Italian but was living in Greece duri......more

Goodreads review by Chelle on May 10, 2024

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Muse for providing me with an ARC of this novel in return for an honest review. In our introduction to Demitra, a young girl growing up on the island of Cephalonia, Greece, she is in the act of burning a letter she's written to her mother so the smoke will carry her......more

Goodreads review by Nima on September 25, 2024

This was a heartfelt, emotional, and captivating journey through the lives of three courageous women who faced numerous challenges. I was unable to put this novel down and read it in one sitting. I highly recommend this remarkable novel to everyone. ( definitely adding this to my favorite pile). Than......more

Quotes

' . . . captures the scent of mint and oregano, the taste of slick green olives, and, oh yes, forbidden desire. A decadent escape, saturated with myths and mysteries.' Oprah Daily

'A moving and transporting novel about the possibilities of friendship and fulfillment amidst deep loss. DAUGHTER OF RUINS explores the harm caused not just by forces of nature but by damaged souls. A testament to the magic and love that women constantly create in ordinary days and despite extraordinary circumstances.' Marjan Kamali, bestselling author of THE LION WOMEN OF TEHRAN

'A sumptuous feast of love and history, DAUGHTER OF RUINS is Corporon's most robust and poetic offering to date. With lush language and arresting backdrops, the myth and magic of women bound by tenacity and threatened by circumstance and war, is as enriching as it is unforgettable.' Rachel McMillan, author of THE MOZART CODE

'An epic, transportive saga complete with vibrant settings, rich mythology and storytelling, and unforgettable heroines--compelling, immerse, and deeply satisfying.' Lee Kelly, author of THE STARLETS and THE ANTIQUITY AFFAIR

'Start this engrossing, mesmerizing and loving book and you won't want to put it down. From the first page, I was transported into Yvette Manessis Corporon's layered story of resilience and strength. She writes with heart and soul and offers unforgettable characters, rich in history and mythology. A page turner to the very end. DAUGHTER OF RUINS would make for an excellent screen adaptation--listen up Hollywood!' Adam Glassman, Oprah Daily

'The word is spellbinding! Yvette Manessis Corporon makes history feel intimate in this sweeping novel, which goes beyond the Greece you've seen in tourist photos and into the country's tumultuous 20th century. Demetria, who has an artist's spirit in a time and place that finds such things impractical, finds out what it means to forge her own path. You will be cheering her on.' Today.com

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