Kansas in August

Patrick Gale's Kansas in August is a witty and warm novel that explores themes of childhood, abandonment, and human connection. When Hilary Metcalfe, who is obsessed with music, discovers a baby after being left heartbroken on his birthday, he brings the child home, setting off a series of intertwined relationships. The story delves into the complexities of love, loneliness, and self-deception as the characters navigate their desires and secrets.