Anna's eyes

Author: Vieira
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: The novel immediately captivates young readers from the start. The language is vivid and concise, with lifelike character portrayals. The narrative stays true to its serious theme while also incorporating numerous suspenseful elements and profound, meaningful humor. It is a touching story about the love between family members. Through the eyes of young Anna, the story depicts her perceptions of the world around her. A car accident took the life of Anna's sister, whom she had never met, leaving her mother deeply traumatized. Those around her, as well as her father, were often consumed by endless longing for Anna's sister, though they kept this hidden. Regardless, they could no longer fall in love with the child Anna, who was born later. When Anna grew into a teenager, Leonore revealed the truth to her. Guided by the beliefs instilled in her by fairy tales, Anna resolved this "love" puzzle.