The Party
(Author) Tessa HadleyAn unforgettable story about two sisters and a night that changes everything, from the master chronicler of our heart's hidden desires. 'Tessa Hadley is my favourite author' KATE ATKINSON Evelyn had the surprising thought that bodies were sometimes wiser than the people inside them. She'd have liked to impress somebody with this idea, but couldn't explain it. On a winter Saturday night in post-war Bristol, sisters Moira and Evelyn, on the cusp of adulthood, go to an art students' party in a dockside pub; there they meet two men, Paul and Sinden, whose air of worldliness and sophistication both intrigues and repels them. Sinden calls a few days later to invite them over to the grand suburban mansion Paul shares with his brother and sister, and Moira accepts despite Evelyn's misgivings. As the night unfolds in this unfamiliar, glamorous new setting, the sisters learn things about themselves and each other that shock them, and release them into a new phase of their lives. 'Few writers give me such consistent pleasure' ZADIE SMITH 'Hadley's extraordinary skill [is] making both surface life and deep interiors come fully alive' COLM TÓIBÍN 'Tessa Hadley recruits admirers with each book' HILARY MANTEL A BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE SUNDAY TIMES
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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