Lucy

Lucy, a teenage girl from the West Indies, becomes an au pair for Lewis and Mariah and their four children in North America. She notices cracks in their beautiful facade and compares their privileged world to her home in the Caribbean. Lucy is passionate, sexually forthright, and honest, creating a captivating heroine with clear-sightedness and ferocious integrity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Lucy, a teenage girl from the West Indies, embarks on a journey to North America to work as an au pair for Lewis and Mariah, a seemingly blessed couple with handsome appearances, wealth, and happiness. However, as Lucy spends more time with them, she begins to uncover the cracks in their beautiful facade. With a mixture of anger and compassion, she delves into the privileged and carefree world of her employers, contrasting it with the vibrant realities of her home in the Caribbean. Lucy is no stranger to her own past struggles, but she is determined not to be deceived about her current situation.

As Lucy interacts with the family, a new persona emerges—passionate, sexually forthright, and remarkably honest. In her character, Jamaica Kincaid has crafted a startling and captivating heroine, possessing a keen sense of clarity and unwavering integrity. Part of the Picador Collection, a series dedicated to showcasing the finest modern literature, Lucy is a testament to Kincaid's talent for creating complex and unforgettable characters.

Weight: 112g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529076882