Aftermath: On Marriage and Separation

After her marriage of ten years ended in 2009, Rachel Cusk embarked on a journey of self-redefinition and created a new version of family life for her daughters.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 16 May 2019
Publisher: Faber & Faber

In the winter of 2009, Rachel Cusk's decade-long marriage came to an end. Aftermath, a candid and revealing memoir, chronicles the author's perilous journey as she redefines herself and creates a new version of family life for her daughters.

The book opens with Rachel's decision to leave her husband and move into a small apartment in London. She is left with three daughters, aged nine, seven, and five, and is determined to create a happy and stable home for them. Rachel's journey is filled with challenges and setbacks, from financial difficulties to emotional struggles. She must navigate the complexities of single motherhood and find a way to rebuild her life.

Through her writing, Rachel is able to convey the emotional toll of divorce and the challenges of single motherhood. She shares her struggles with depression, anxiety, and loneliness, and how she copes with these emotions. Rachel also explores the complexities of her relationship with her daughters, and how she works to build a strong and loving bond with them.

One of the most striking aspects of Aftermath is Rachel's ability to create a new version of family life for her daughters. She is determined to provide them with a stable and loving home, even though their lives have been turned upside down by their parents' divorce. Rachel creates a routine for her daughters that includes regular meals, bedtime stories, and family activities. She also encourages her daughters to pursue their interests and passions, and to be kind and compassionate to others.

Through her writing, Rachel provides a powerful and inspiring message about the resilience of the human spirit and the strength of love. She shows that even in the face of adversity, it is possible to create a new and better life for oneself and one's children. Aftermath is a must-read for anyone who has ever faced difficult times or is struggling with the challenges of single motherhood.

Weight: 132g
Dimension: 199 x 126 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571351640
Edition number: Main