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Jan 1, 2011 · The Stone Boy is a bestselling French book newly translated into English. The protagonist of the psychological thriller is Madame Preau. Madame Preau returns to her house after a stint in a convalescent home and discovers a little boy in the neighbor's backyard, all alone and neglected.
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Oct 1, 2013 · The Stone Boy Kindle Edition. by Sophie Loubière (Author) Format: Kindle Edition. 3.6 30 ratings. See all formats and editions. The bestselling French phenomenon, winner of the Prix Lion Noir, now available in English for the first time...
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“The Stone Boy” is a story about a nine-year-old boy who accidentally kills his older brother as they are on their way to the garden to pick peas.
Dive deep into Gina Berriault's The Stone Boy with extended analysis, commentary, and discussion
The Stone Boy tells the story of nine-year-old Arnold, who has lived his whole life in the shadow of his beautiful and accomplished older brother, Eugene, (known as “Eugie”). One morning, Arnold wakes up very early to pick peas with his brother.
Jul 8, 2014 · The bestselling French phenomenon, winner of the Prix Lion Noir, now available in English for the first time... When Madame Préau returns to her own house ...
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“The Stone Boy” is named for its protagonist, nine-year-old Arnold, who symbolically turns to stone after he accidentally kills his older brother in a hunting accident. In a story composed mostly of realistic exposition, this title stands out as a striking metaphor.