Linda Olsson — Sonata for Miriam

Penguin 2008 Hardback, 272pp. When Adam Anker loses his daughter Miriam, he loses his hold on life. After a year of grieving, he decides to embark on a journey of discovery. His daughter's unanswered questions merge with his own: who am I? Adam's journey takes him to Krakow, where his life began, and where now he tracks down some of the secrets of his past. To Stockholm where his life continued. And, on an island of Sweden's rocky coast, to the woman who gave his life meaning. Adam's search is over, and he can return home. Owner's Name inside. (ISBN: 9780143009207). Good.