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Punchy, acerbic, sharp-witted and above-all, acutely observed, Born Free tells the story of an ordinary family who are all trying to escape from something - and each other. The interactions between Jake, Joni, Angie and Vic reveal a hellish cocktail of adolescent and mid-life crises; the savagery of sibling rivalry; the waking nightmare of a marriage gone cold - and, naturally, the unbridgeable, infernal chasm between the generations. It's a story of everyday life. SHORTLISTED FOR THE WHITBREAD FIRST NOVEL AWARD 2000 BOOK OF THE YEAR - THE FACE '99 NOMINATED FOR THE ORANGE PRIZE
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A candid, sharp family drama about escape and discord.
Who is this book for?
Born Free offers a piercing look into what it means to be stuck, whether in family, marriage, or self. If you enjoy stories that peel back the veneer of everyday life to reveal its raw, often uncomfortable truths, this novel will resonate deeply. Its witty, observational tone makes it a compelling read for anyone exploring the complexity of human relationships.
