Nothing

A woman finds Michael, knocked into a coma by a rogue golf ball, and he can remember nothing of his life. He can imagine things out of existence and his sense of self and the world around him starts to fray at the edges. "Nothing" by Daniel O Connor is a dark, unnerving domestic drama and an exuberant depiction of contemporary suburban life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 24 June 2021
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

The novel follows Michael, a man who wakes up from a coma with no memory of his past life. He finds himself in a strange suburban home with a wife and two children he doesn't recognize. As he struggles to regain his memories, he begins to experience strange phenomena, such as imagining things out of existence and being able to protect his children from harm.

The novel explores themes of uncertainty, anxiety, and parental paranoia, but it is also irreverent and mischievous, propelled by the daring inventiveness of its language. The writing is vivid and evocative, and the characters are complex and well-developed.

The novel's title, "Nothing," is particularly fitting, as it suggests the absence of meaning and purpose in Michael's life. He is lost and adrift, trying to piece together his past and find a way forward.

Overall, "Nothing" is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that will leave readers questioning their own sense of reality and the world around them. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys dark, suspenseful stories with a touch of humor.

Weight: 428g
Dimension: 146 x 224 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474615303