After the Funeral
(Author) Tessa HadleySunday Times bestseller Tessa Hadley explores the big consequences of small events in this new collection 'You've either got it or you haven't. Hadley's got it' FINANCIAL TIMES Heloise's father died in a car crash when she was a little girl; at a dinner party in her forties, she meets someone connected to that long-ago tragedy. Janey's bohemian mother plans to marry a man close to Janey's own age - everything changes when an accident interrupts the wedding party. A daughter caring for her elderly mother during the pandemic becomes obsessed with the woman next door; in the wake of his best friend's death, a man must reassess his affair with the friend's wife. Teenager Cecilia wakes one morning on vacation with her parents in Florence and sees them for the first time through disenchanted eyes. These stories illuminate the enduring conflicts between responsibility and freedom, power and desire, convention and subversion, reality, and dreams.
Tessa Hadley
Tessa Hadley is a British author known for her insightful and intimate portrayals of family dynamics and relationships. Her notable works include "The Past," "Clever Girl," and "Late in the Day." Hadley's writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose, sharp observations, and rich character development. She has been praised for her ability to capture the complexities of human emotions and the nuances of everyday life. Hadley's contributions to literature include expanding the scope of domestic fiction and exploring the intricacies of human connection. "The Past" is considered one of her most famous works, showcasing her talent for crafting compelling narratives that resonate with readers.
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