The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox by Maggie O'Farrell is a haunting exploration of family secrets and the fragile boundaries between sanity and madness. The novel intricately weaves past and present, revealing the life of Esme, a woman hidden away in a psychiatric institution for over six decades. O'Farrell’s elegant prose delves into themes of identity, societal norms, and the silent sacrifices women endure. This poignant narrative challenges readers to reconsider the stories we inherit and those deliberately erased, making it a compelling addition to any collection of evocative and thought-provoking literature.
The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox by Maggie O'Farrell is a haunting exploration of family secrets and the fragile boundaries between sanity and madness. The novel intricately weaves past and present, revealing the life of Esme, a woman hidden away in a psychiatric institution for over six decades. O'Farrell’s elegant prose delves into themes of identity, societal norms, and the silent sacrifices women endure. This poignant narrative challenges readers to reconsider the stories we inherit and those deliberately erased, making it a compelling addition to any collection of evocative and thought-provoking literature.
Headline Review, 2006 Hardback. First Edition. Dustjacket has minimal & faintest foxing to outer casement/pages, otherwise shelf wear otherwise in very good condition with no other internal/external marking
