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The Book Show
The Book Show

Emma Donoghue - Haven

Published January 24, 2023 at 3:00 PM EST
Little Brown

In bestselling author Emma Donoghue’s novel "Haven," three men vow to leave the world behind them as they set out in a small boat for an island their leader has seen in a dream, with only faith to guide them. "Haven" is a beautiful and chilling story of adventure and survival.

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