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Inis has run away from her husband and children. Her new neighbour Trixie is eighty-four years old and a hymn-singing Salvation Army veteran. Trixie's life is one of apparent calm but beneath the surface lie not one but three different personalities. One of them is very private. And very dangerous.
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fiction
288 pages, Paperback
First published March 21,1996
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288 pages, Paperback
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January 1, 1996 by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- ISBN
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9780747526032
- ASIN
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0747526036
- Language
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English
About the author
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Novelist Lesley Glaister was born in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England. She grew up in Suffolk, moving to Sheffield with her first husband, where she took a degree with the Open University. She was 'discovered' by the novelist Hilary Mantel when she attended a course given by the Arvon Foundation in 1989. Mantel was so impressed by her writing that she recommended her to her own literary agent.
Lesley Glaister's first novel, Honour Thy Father (1990), won both a Somerset Maugham Award and a Betty Trask Award. Her other novels include Trick or Treat (1991), Limestone and Clay (1993), for which she was awarded the Yorkshire Post Book Award (Yorkshire Author of the Year), Partial Eclipse (1994) and The Private Parts of Women (1996), Now You See Me (2001), the story of the unlikely relationship between Lamb, a former patient in a psychiatric ward, and Doggo, a fugitive on the run from the police, As Far as You Can Go (2004), a psychological drama, in which a young couple, Graham and Cassie, travel to a remote part of Australia to take up a caretaking job, only to be drawn into the dark secrets of their mysterious employers. Nina Todd Has Gone (2007) was another complex psychological thriller. Chosen, a dark and suspenseful book about a woman trying to rescue her brother from a cult, was followed by Little Egypt in 2014. This novel - set in the 20's in Northern England and Egypt, won a Jerwood Fiction Uncovered Award. Her next novel, The Squeeze, published 2017, centres on a relationship between a teenage Romanian sex-worker - a victim of trafficking - and a law-abiding, family man from Oslo. It's an unusual and (of course, twisted!) love story. Because not all love is romantic. In 2020 Blasted Things was published. This one is set just after World War 1 and is about the warping after-effects of a global war on society and on individuals. The two main characters, Clementine and Vincent, both damaged in different ways, must find their way in the post-war period. For them this results in a most peculiar kind of relationship and one that can only end in distaster.
Lesley Glaister lives with her husband in Edinburgh with frequent sojourns in Orkney. She has three sons and teaches Creative Writing at the University or St Andrews. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.
Lesley Glaister's first novel, Honour Thy Father (1990), won both a Somerset Maugham Award and a Betty Trask Award. Her other novels include Trick or Treat (1991), Limestone and Clay (1993), for which she was awarded the Yorkshire Post Book Award (Yorkshire Author of the Year), Partial Eclipse (1994) and The Private Parts of Women (1996), Now You See Me (2001), the story of the unlikely relationship between Lamb, a former patient in a psychiatric ward, and Doggo, a fugitive on the run from the police, As Far as You Can Go (2004), a psychological drama, in which a young couple, Graham and Cassie, travel to a remote part of Australia to take up a caretaking job, only to be drawn into the dark secrets of their mysterious employers. Nina Todd Has Gone (2007) was another complex psychological thriller. Chosen, a dark and suspenseful book about a woman trying to rescue her brother from a cult, was followed by Little Egypt in 2014. This novel - set in the 20's in Northern England and Egypt, won a Jerwood Fiction Uncovered Award. Her next novel, The Squeeze, published 2017, centres on a relationship between a teenage Romanian sex-worker - a victim of trafficking - and a law-abiding, family man from Oslo. It's an unusual and (of course, twisted!) love story. Because not all love is romantic. In 2020 Blasted Things was published. This one is set just after World War 1 and is about the warping after-effects of a global war on society and on individuals. The two main characters, Clementine and Vincent, both damaged in different ways, must find their way in the post-war period. For them this results in a most peculiar kind of relationship and one that can only end in distaster.
Lesley Glaister lives with her husband in Edinburgh with frequent sojourns in Orkney. She has three sons and teaches Creative Writing at the University or St Andrews. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.
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I must admit that I didn't have a favorable impression of it. Undoubtedly, it was well-written. Inis, as a character, was highly believable, someone with whom I could easily empathize. However, when it came to the rest of it, my answer was a resounding no. It simply wasn't my sort of thing at all. I'm sorry to say this, but that's just the way I feel. Maybe others might find it appealing, but for me, it failed to capture my interest. I tried to give it a chance, but in the end, it just didn't click. I hope that in the future, I'll come across something that suits my taste better.
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A fascinating insight into unusual characters offers a captivating look into the lives and minds of those who stand out from the crowd. I was truly enamored with reading about such extreme personalities. Their unique traits, behaviors, and perspectives were both intriguing and engaging. It had me completely hooked from the very beginning. Each character presented a new and unexpected aspect that kept me eagerly turning the pages. The author's vivid descriptions and detailed accounts brought these characters to life, making them seem almost real. It was as if I was peering into their world and experiencing their adventures along with them. This exploration of unusual characters provided a refreshing and thought-provoking read that I thoroughly enjoyed.
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From the back cover;Inis has fled from her husband and children. Her new neighbor, Trixie, is a remarkable 84-year-old hymn-singing Salvation Army veteran. On the surface, Trixie's life appears calm, but beneath lies not one, but three distinct personalities. One of them is extremely private and perilous.Never having heard of the author before, I chanced upon this book in a second-hand bookshop. The blurb sent a shiver down my spine, piquing my curiosity. ***After the excitement in the bookshop, I was certain the book would disappoint. However, it turned out to be a great, engaging read, especially when I was in desperate need of distraction. I found it particularly fascinating to compare this book with K-PAX, both dealing with multiple personality disorder (or perhaps not?), but in completely different styles. …But what should I do? Travel two hundred miles. Rent a drab little house in a dull post-industrial city. Keep doing what I do. Take photographs. Scald the edges of my mind that try to bleed into the past. Suffer. Play it safe. Even in my flight, my grand gesture, my great escape. I play it safe. I do it the English, female way, like a timid little hen. I am no eagle; I am a scared brown hen, pecking away. I am small, pathetic, and hindered by my limitations.Based on this book, I will definitely be on the lookout for more works by Glaister.
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I remember really enjoying this experience. Lesley was my tutor on the MA program at Sheffield Hallam University. She was an extremely talented writer. Her knowledge and expertise in the field of writing were truly remarkable. She had a unique way of teaching that inspired and motivated me. Under her guidance, I was able to improve my writing skills significantly. She provided valuable feedback and suggestions that helped me to refine my work and bring out the best in my writing. I am truly grateful to have had Lesley as my tutor and I will always remember the impact she had on my writing journey. Her passion for writing and her dedication to teaching were an inspiration to me and I will always strive to follow in her footsteps.
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I did feel drawn into this story, but I didn't feel like Inis' character was someone I could relate to or feel empathy for. Trixie's story was more interesting, which I think was the point. Perhaps Inis' dull and insipid life was meant to be a contrast. Some of the writing style in parts didn't appeal to me, namely the way in which the author portrayed confusion. But that's just a personal preference. I did like the last few chapters, but I would have liked more of a thrill maybe? Overall, the story had its moments, but it didn't completely captivate me. The characters could have been developed more deeply, and the plot could have had more twists and turns to keep me on the edge of my seat. However, I can see that the author was trying to create a certain atmosphere and tell a particular story, and for that, they deserve some credit. Maybe with more practice and refinement, the author will be able to write a more engaging and exciting novel in the future.
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The situation was extremely unsettling. It was a state of affairs that kept one on the edge of their seat, filled with an air of mystery and anticipation. The events unfolding were quite suspenseful, leaving everyone wondering what would happen next. Every sound, every movement, seemed to hold a hidden meaning, adding to the overall sense of unease. The atmosphere was thick with tension, as if a storm was about to break. People's hearts were pounding, their minds racing with thoughts and speculations. It was a moment when time seemed to stand still, and the only thing that mattered was the outcome of the unknown. The uncertainty was both thrilling and terrifying, making it impossible to look away or escape from the grip of this highly unsettling and quite suspenseful situation.
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A very unsettling read indeed. Lesley Glaister has crafted a story that keeps you guessing all the way through. The two main characters are particularly intriguing. Trixie, an older woman with multiple personalities, is a complex and enigmatic figure. One moment she could seem harmless, perhaps even endearing, but the next there is a hint of something more sinister lurking beneath the surface. Inis, the runaway young mother, is also a fascinating character. Suffering from postnatal depression, she has a frightening episode that forces her to confront her inner turmoil. This experience seems to have a profound impact on her, as it causes her to reevaluate her situation and begin to miss her children and home. One can only hope that she made it back safely to the arms of her loved ones. The story is filled with tension and mystery, leaving the reader on the edge of their seat until the very end. It is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will stay with you long after you have turned the final page.
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