The Unfolding

The Big Guy is a novel that explores the aftermath of the 2008 Presidential election and the consequences of a group of like-minded men's scheme to reclaim America. It also explores the turbulence within the Big Guy's family and the awakenings of his wife and daughter.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 06 July 2023
Publisher: Granta Books

The Big Guy is a man who values his family, wealth, and democracy. However, he is devastated by the outcome of the 2008 Presidential election and decides to gather a group of like-minded individuals to reclaim their vision of America. As they hatch a plan to cause chaos and disruption, the Big Guy also grapples with internal conflicts within his family. He must face the consequences of his past actions and take responsibility for them.

Meanwhile, his wife and daughter are going through their own transformations. Charlotte, his wife, enters rehab, seeking to overcome her addiction. At the same time, Megan, his eighteen-year-old daughter, embarks on a journey of self-discovery. She has just voted for the first time and begins to question her father's political beliefs, delving into deeply buried family secrets.

The Unfolding is a dark, humorous, and thought-provoking novel that delves into the collapse of the American dream and the circumstances that led to our current divided world. It explores the personal journeys of the characters as they navigate through the complexities of love, loyalty, and betrayal, ultimately shedding light on the human condition.

Weight: 286g
Dimension: 128 x 199 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783785353