The Rituals
A heartfelt novel exploring how we find the light when we are at our darkest place. The Rituals is the author translated version of Y Defodau, Rebecca Roberts' exceptionally well received début Welsh language adult fiction title with Honno Press.
Gwawr is a celebrant who conducts non-religious naming ceremonies, weddings and funerals. She's good at her job and proud of her reputation. However, someone is working behind the scenes, a sabbateur trying to destroy her career.
Only by revisiting the most difficult period of her life can Gwawr discover who is out to get her. Help comes from unexpected sources and with the support of her clients, Gwawr learns important lessons about the nature of love, loss, and the importance of trusting others.
But, will allowing herself to grow closer to other people leave her open to more pain and heartache?
Nation.Cymru
Extract published in Nation.Cymru
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Blog - Gained in Translation
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Blog tour reviews: 1, 2, 3, 4
Gwawr is a celebrant who conducts non-religious naming ceremonies, weddings and funerals. She's good at her job and proud of her reputation. However, someone is working behind the scenes, a sabbateur trying to destroy her career.
Only by revisiting the most difficult period of her life can Gwawr discover who is out to get her. Help comes from unexpected sources and with the support of her clients, Gwawr learns important lessons about the nature of love, loss, and the importance of trusting others.
But, will allowing herself to grow closer to other people leave her open to more pain and heartache?
Nation.Cymru
Extract published in Nation.Cymru
BookShop.Uk
Goodreads
Blog - Gained in Translation
Press Release
Blog tour reviews: 1, 2, 3, 4