Elaine

In his most American novel yet, Booker-shortlisted author Will Self delves into the life of his mother, Elaine, a 1950s housewife grappling with the confines of her suburban existence. Inspired by her intimate diaries, the story unfolds as Elaine battles her desires and embarks on a tumultuous affair that jeopardizes her marriage to an Ivy League academic. With his signature stylistic flair, Self offers a profound exploration of sexual freedom and the complexities of a parent's inner life before their child’s existence.