Deep Down: the 'intimate, emotional and witty' 2023 debut you don't want to miss

A 2023 best book to look forward to in Vogue, Bustle, GQ, and the New Statesman. It is a masterful, hilarious, and humane story-teller that explores intimacy and its failings. Billie and Tom have just lost their father, and they are determined to change their relationship. When their explorations lead them to the Paris catacombs, they are forced to face the secrets lurking in their past.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2024
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

A highly anticipated book for 2023, DEEP DOWN has been praised by Vogue, Bustle, GQ, and the New Statesman. This captivating exploration of intimacy and its shortcomings is written by Megan Nolan West-Knights, a masterful storyteller who brings humor and humanity to her narrative. Olivia Sudjic describes the book as a sharp and clear-eyed portrait of familial love, highlighting its complexities and the ways it can drive us mad. Monica Heisey praises the portrayal of Billie and Tom, siblings who have lost their father and are determined to mend their strained relationship. Billie boards a flight to Paris to be with her brother, seeking solace in their grief. However, their journey leads them to the enigmatic Paris catacombs, where they must confront the secrets that have haunted their past and shed light on the present questions. DEEP DOWN is a poignant and entertaining portrayal of sibling relationships, exploring the struggles and joys of navigating loss and the complexities of grieving someone who was already an absence. The book has received widespread acclaim for its empathetic and honest portrayal of human emotions.

Weight: 244g
Dimension: 250 x 240 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349727110