Cassandra at the Wedding

In "Cassandra at the Wedding," Cassandra Edwards, a graduate student at Berkeley, returns to her family ranch to attend her twin sister Judith's wedding to a Connecticut doctor. Despite being deeply troubled and conflicted, Cassandra is determined to sabotage the festivities, grappling with her feelings toward her sister, father, and the memory of her deceased mother. This tragicomic novella, first published in 1962, showcases Baker's masterful style and keen insight into the intricacies of human emotions.