Property

In this captivating collection, bestselling author Lionel Shriver presents ten short stories and two novellas that delve into the multifaceted concept of property, examining both physical possessions and personal relationships. Set against the backdrop of America and Britain, these narratives reveal how ownership shapes power dynamics and identity, from a woman's struggle for acceptance in "The Standing Chandelier" to a millennial's contentious standoff with his mother in "Domestic Terrorism." With sharp insight and thematic cohesion, this collection underscores Shriver's acclaimed storytelling prowess.