A Twice Lived Summer
A mesmerizing coming-of-age story about finding yourself
When Martin Redmond discovers a mysterious old novel that mirrors his own life, his summer transforms into an exploration of identity, truth, and the power of choice.
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About The Author
FRAN LEITNER - An accomplished storyteller and a magician of words
Whose work explores the intricate balance between identity, relationships, and personal transformation. With a gift for capturing emotional authenticity and quiet moments of revelation, Leitner’s fiction invites readers to reflect on the choices that define who we are.
A Twice Lived Summer
A book that can guide, heal, and even transform us
a thoughtful teenager caught between the firm beliefs of his religious mother and the quiet disillusionment of his father. As he navigates a summer of uncertainty before university, Martin takes a job at a second-hand shop and discovers an old novel, Aubade, whose story mirrors his own life in eerie and intimate ways.
What Authors Say
A poignant, beautifully written novel that captures the quiet chaos of growing up and the power of self-discovery. __________________________________________
Fran Leitner has crafted a masterpiece of emotion and reflection. Every page feels alive with meaning. __________________________________________
A Twice Lived Summer stays with you, gentle, wise, and unforgettable. __________________________________________
This novel reminds us that the stories we read can change the stories we live. A triumph of subtle storytelling. __________________________________________
Heartfelt and deeply human. Leitner’s writing feels like a quiet conversation with your own memories. __________________________________________