In a darkly comic and poignant tale by Kate Atkinson, Ursula Todd is born in 1910 and dies repeatedly in various ways, only to be reborn each time with the chance to alter the course of history. As the world hurtles towards a second world war, Ursula's infinite lives raise questions about fate, free will, and the power to change destiny. Will Ursula's unique ability allow her to save the world, and will she choose to do so? Atkinson's novel explores themes of resilience, choice, and the impact of individual actions on the grand sweep of history.
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Back Bay Books