Powell, Claire

At the Table: a Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year

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ISBN 13:
9780349727066
author:
Powell, Claire
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Fleet
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
336
Dimensions:
19.6 x 12.6 x 2.6 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Family Life, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 8 working days
£9.35

Description

At the Table is a thought-provoking novel about the complexities of family relationships and the challenges of growing up. When Linda and Gerry Maguire announce their decision to separate, their children are forced to confront their own expectations and desires. As the siblings navigate the pressures of thirtysomething life, their parents struggle to protect the fragile facade of their own relationship, revealing secrets they've both been keeping. Through the lens of the Maguire family, Claire Powell explores the intricacies of love, disillusionment, and the delicate balance between individuality and family dynamics. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous year, this beautifully observed debut novel offers a gripping yet tender portrayal of family life. As the year unfolds, old conflicts arise and relationships are re-evaluated, leaving the reader to ponder what it means to grow up - both as an individual and as a family.

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