Sorrow and Bliss

Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction, this acclaimed novel follows Martha Friel, a woman in her forties navigating sudden life changes and personal struggles after her husband moves out. Once ambitious and cosmopolitan, Martha now finds herself living in her childhood home, confronting her past and unresolved mental health issues. With humor and tenderness, the story explores her journey toward self-discovery and the possibility of new beginnings.