Spurr, Emily
A Million Things
- ISBN 13:
- 9780593332733
- author:
- Spurr, Emily
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 20.9 x 13.9 x 2.1 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Million Things by Emily Spurr is an original and assured debut novel that explores the complexities of family life. When ten-year-old Rae's mother disappears, she must take on new responsibilities and confront her own emotions. As she navigates this challenging situation, she forms an unlikely bond with her grumpy neighbour Lettie, who has secrets of her own. As Rae struggles to cope with her mother's absence, she begins to realize that her fragile world is not as safe as she thought. This heart-wrenching story transforms into a powerful portrait of resilience and mental health, highlighting the importance of human connection in times of need. Through its thoughtful and nuanced portrayal of family dynamics, A Million Things offers a poignant exploration of what it means to grow up in a house that doesn't feel like home.