Emotionally Weird by Kate Atkinson is a comic novel that combines mystery, family drama, and academic satire.
It follows the story of Effie and her mother Nora as they navigate their complex relationship and uncover family secrets, all while Effie tries to finish her thesis at a dysfunctional university.
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Book Blurb
On a weather-beaten island off the coast of Scotland, Effie and her mother, Nora, take refuge in the large, mouldering house of their ancestors and tell each other stories. Nora, at first, recounts nothing that Effie really wants to hear–like who her real father was. Effie tells various versions of her life at college, where in fact she lives in a lethargic relationship with Bob, a student who never goes to lectures, seldom gets out of bed, and to whom Klingons are as real as Spaniards and Germans.
But as mother and daughter spin their tales, strange things are happening around them. Is Effie being followed? Is someone killing the old people? And where is the mysterious yellow dog?
About the Author
Kate Atkinson is a British author known for her novels, short stories, and plays. Kate Atkinson books have received numerous awards and accolades. These include the Whitbread Book of the Year Award (for Behind the Scenes at the Museum) and multiple Costa Book Awards in various categories. She has also been shortlisted for prestigious literary awards such as the Man Booker Prize.
Kate Atkinson books are therefore a must-read for so many people. Atkinson’s writing often blends various genres, including literary fiction, crime fiction, and historical fiction, and she is praised for her intricate plots, well-drawn characters, and sharp wit.
Has Kate Atkinson written any other novels?
Kate Atkinson has written several novels, novellas and short story collections. A full list can be found on the link below.
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