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Dive into the captivating world of 'I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness,' a compelling and darkly humorous novel that explores the complexities of love, family, marriage, and motherhood in a world that feels like it's collapsing around us. This beautifully crafted B-format paperback, published by Quercus Books in 2023, is perfect for readers seeking authentic narratives and emotional depth. It follows the journey of a woman grappling with postpartum depression as she escapes her responsibilities, embarking on a transformative trip to Reno. Here, amid the stark yet beautiful Mojave Desert, she confronts her past—her first love, her cult-affiliated father, and her fading mother. The novel strikes a chord with anyone who has felt the weight of familial expectations and societal pressures. As a finalist for the 2022 LA Times Book Prize, this poignant tale resonates with readers longing for humor and honesty in tough situations. The narrative seamlessly blends melancholy with laughter, giving voice to the struggles of modern motherhood. Whether you're a fan of literary fiction or looking for profound stories about self-discovery and healing, this book is a must-read. Experience the journey of reclaiming your identity and making peace with your past. Note: Shipping for this item is free! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781529418378.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529418378
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2023
Publisher: Quercus Books
Description:
A 2022 LA Times Book Prize Finalist
A darkly funny, soul-rending novel of love in an epoch of collapse-one woman's furious revisiting of family, marriage, work, sex, and motherhood.
Since my baby was born, I have been able to laugh and see the funny side of things. a) As much as I ever did. b) Not quite as much now. c) Not so much now. d) Not at all. Leaving behind her husband and their baby daughter, a writer gets on a flight for a speaking engagement in Reno, not carrying much besides a breast pump and a spiraling case of postpartum depression. Her temporary escape from domestic duties and an opportunity to reconnect with old friends mutates into an extended romp away from the confines of marriage and motherhood, and a seemingly bottomless descent into the past. Deep in the Mojave Desert where she grew up, she meets her ghosts at every turn: the first love whose self-destruction still haunts her; her father, a member of the most famous cult in American history; her mother, whose native spark gutters with every passing year. She can't go back in time to make any of it right, but what exactly is her way forward? Alone in the wilderness, at last she begins to make herself at home in the world.
Bold, tender, and often hilarious, I Love You but I've Chosen Darkness reaffirms Watkins as one of the single writers of our time.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529418378
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2023
Publisher: Quercus Books
Description:
A 2022 LA Times Book Prize Finalist
A darkly funny, soul-rending novel of love in an epoch of collapse-one woman's furious revisiting of family, marriage, work, sex, and motherhood.
Since my baby was born, I have been able to laugh and see the funny side of things. a) As much as I ever did. b) Not quite as much now. c) Not so much now. d) Not at all. Leaving behind her husband and their baby daughter, a writer gets on a flight for a speaking engagement in Reno, not carrying much besides a breast pump and a spiraling case of postpartum depression. Her temporary escape from domestic duties and an opportunity to reconnect with old friends mutates into an extended romp away from the confines of marriage and motherhood, and a seemingly bottomless descent into the past. Deep in the Mojave Desert where she grew up, she meets her ghosts at every turn: the first love whose self-destruction still haunts her; her father, a member of the most famous cult in American history; her mother, whose native spark gutters with every passing year. She can't go back in time to make any of it right, but what exactly is her way forward? Alone in the wilderness, at last she begins to make herself at home in the world.
Bold, tender, and often hilarious, I Love You but I've Chosen Darkness reaffirms Watkins as one of the single writers of our time.