The Birdcatcher
FINALIST FOR THE 2022 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD
(Author) Gayl JonesSet in the 1970s, The Birdcatcher is narrated by the writer Amanda Wordlaw, whose closest friend, a gifted sculptor named Catherine Shuger, is repeatedly institutionalized for trying to kill a husband who never leaves her. The three form a quirky triangle on the white-washed island of Ibiza. A study in Black women's creative expression, this latest work from Jones shows off her range and insight into the vicissitudes of human nature.
Gayl Jones
Gayl Jones is an American novelist known for her groundbreaking work, "Corregidora," which explores themes of intergenerational trauma and the legacy of slavery. Her writing style is lyrical and introspective, often delving deep into the inner lives of her characters. Jones has made significant contributions to African American literature with her powerful storytelling and unflinching examination of race and gender dynamics.
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