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Discover the compelling and evocative novel, 'The Healing Party', an intriguing exploration of faith and family dynamics. Perfect for fans of contemporary literature, this remarkable debut by a talented author captures the tension between religious fervor and personal truth. The story follows Natasha, who returns to her estranged family in Darwin after learning of her mother's terminal illness. Confronted by her domineering father and his fervent evangelical beliefs, she grapples with the family’s faith and the looming question of healing that promises to reshape their lives. This tautly woven tale is both humorous and poignant, brilliantly revealing the complexities of a family bound by love yet burdened by religious zealotry. Each character is meticulously crafted, with Alaska's mother depicted with grace and mystery, challenging readers to rethink the concept of miracles and the nature of truth amidst turmoil. 'The Healing Party' is a must-read for anyone interested in thought-provoking novels about the human spirit and the intricate web of familial relationships. Order your brand new trade paperback copy today and prepare to be captivated by a story that transcends the ordinary, stimulating discussions about belief, family, and the quest for understanding. Delivery options ensure you receive your book promptly, allowing you to dive into this electrifying narrative without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760644857
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Black Inc
Description:
Evocative, taut and wryly funny, this stunning novel is about faith and lies, the spirit and the flesh
'The Healing Party succeeds in the aim all novels share- it suggests new ways of seeing.' -The Monthly
Estranged from her family, Natasha is making a life for herself in Darwin when her sister calls with bad news. Their mother is ill, with only a few months to live. Confused and conflicted, Natasha returns home. But her father, an evangelical Christian, is still the domineering yet magnetic man she ran from, and her sisters and mother are still in his thrall.
One night her father makes an astonishing announcement- he has received a message from God that his wife is to be healed, and they must hold a party to celebrate. As Natasha and her sisters prepare for the big event - and the miracle - she struggles to reconcile her family's faith with her sense that they are pretending. Is she a traitor or the only one who can see the truth? And what use is truth anyway, in the face of death?
Taut, funny and poignant, The Healing Party is an electrifying debut novel about faith and lies, the spirit and the flesh.
'A striking fictional debut and contemporary parable of religious salvation at all costs' -The Sydney Morning Herald
'A compelling portrait of religious zealotry but also of true goodness. The portrait of the family is wonderfully realised, especially the mother, whom Lee has imbued with warmth and grace, and her own inner mystery.' -Amanda Lohrey
'A wild family drama, shot through with a furious, pure and grieving love.' -Helen Garner
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760644857
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Black Inc
Description:
Evocative, taut and wryly funny, this stunning novel is about faith and lies, the spirit and the flesh
'The Healing Party succeeds in the aim all novels share- it suggests new ways of seeing.' -The Monthly
Estranged from her family, Natasha is making a life for herself in Darwin when her sister calls with bad news. Their mother is ill, with only a few months to live. Confused and conflicted, Natasha returns home. But her father, an evangelical Christian, is still the domineering yet magnetic man she ran from, and her sisters and mother are still in his thrall.
One night her father makes an astonishing announcement- he has received a message from God that his wife is to be healed, and they must hold a party to celebrate. As Natasha and her sisters prepare for the big event - and the miracle - she struggles to reconcile her family's faith with her sense that they are pretending. Is she a traitor or the only one who can see the truth? And what use is truth anyway, in the face of death?
Taut, funny and poignant, The Healing Party is an electrifying debut novel about faith and lies, the spirit and the flesh.
'A striking fictional debut and contemporary parable of religious salvation at all costs' -The Sydney Morning Herald
'A compelling portrait of religious zealotry but also of true goodness. The portrait of the family is wonderfully realised, especially the mother, whom Lee has imbued with warmth and grace, and her own inner mystery.' -Amanda Lohrey
'A wild family drama, shot through with a furious, pure and grieving love.' -Helen Garner
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