Wild Life

In this gripping novel by Liam Brown, a troubled advertising salesman named Adam flees his mounting debts and broken family life, seeking refuge among a group of homeless men in a local park. As he adapts to the harsh realities of their world, the arrival of winter forces him to confront not just his survival, but also the wildness lurking within himself. With tension escalating and loyalties tested, Adam must navigate a dangerous struggle for his sanity and belonging, making this a compelling exploration of humanity in the face of nature's extremes. Longlisted for the Guardian Not the Booker prize, this story echoes the themes of isolation and instinct found in classics like "Lord of the Flies."