Claire Powell
At the Table: a Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year
At the Table: a Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year
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An unsentimental exploration of love and disillusionment, At the Table is about what it means to grow up - both as an individual, and as a family.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 02 March 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
The novel "At the Table" by Claire Powell was named one of the Best Books of the Year by various prestigious publications such as The Times, Sunday Times, Daily Telegraph, Red, Good Housekeeping, and Critic. It is a rare story that is perfect for a hot hungover weekend, offering a refreshing and satisfying read. The novel delves into the complex dynamics of a family, exploring themes of love, disillusionment, and growth.
The Maguire family appears to be the ideal couple, happily married for over thirty years. However, when Linda and Gerry announce their separation, their children, Nicole and Jamie, are left shocked and grappling with their own expectations and desires. Nicole, a hardworking and hard-drinking woman, pursues the ex she unceremoniously dumped six years ago, while Jamie, a people-pleasing individual, fears he is sleepwalking into a marriage he does not want.
As the siblings navigate the pressures of thirtysomething life, their parents struggle to protect the fragile façade of their own relationship, while also dealing with their own secrets. The novel is set in 2018 and follows each member of the Maguire family over a tumultuous year of lunches, dinners, and drinks. Through beautifully observed details, Powell captures the essence of family dynamics, love, and disillusionment.
"At the Table" is a gripping yet tender depiction of family life, offering a poignant reflection on what it means to grow up as an individual and as a family. The novel is filled with humor, acute observations, and powerful resonances with human emotions. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys exploring the complexities of family relationships and the challenges of adulthood.
Weight: 268g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349727066
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