Description
In a small town like Edmundsbury, nestled in eastern England, a pervasive sense of fear ripples through the community, revealing the fragility of human connections. As tensions concerning identity and belonging rise, the townspeople navigate a landscape marked by division and suspicion. The narrative unfolds with a rich tapestry of characters who grapple with their increasingly polarized lives, forcing them to confront both personal and societal demons.
Amidst this backdrop, the story delves into themes of loyalty and betrayal, painting a vivid picture of how external conflicts seep into the lives of individuals. Through the lens of everyday interactions, the author explores the complexity of human emotions, the weight of history, and the heavy burden of expectations. Each character's journey becomes a mirror reflecting the broader anxieties of a nation at a crossroads, making this tale both poignant and unsettling.
Amidst this backdrop, the story delves into themes of loyalty and betrayal, painting a vivid picture of how external conflicts seep into the lives of individuals. Through the lens of everyday interactions, the author explores the complexity of human emotions, the weight of history, and the heavy burden of expectations. Each character's journey becomes a mirror reflecting the broader anxieties of a nation at a crossroads, making this tale both poignant and unsettling.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
400 pages
Language
English
Published
Mar 7, 2019
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Editions
3 editions
ISBN-10
0571336302
ISBN-13
9780571336302