Flyaway
Flyaway by Kathleen Jennings, published by Tor Publishing Group on July 28, 2020, is a 176-page work that explores themes of transformation and family history through a blend of fantasy and gothic elements. Set in a small town in Western Queensland, the narrative follows a reserved young woman named Bettina Scott as she receives a mysterious note from one of her vanished brothers. This note prompts her to reevaluate her memories surrounding their disappearance and her father’s departure, weaving a tale rich in emotional truths and enchantment.
Readers will find a captivating story filled with eerie dogs, vanished schools, and cursed monsters, all set against a backdrop of uncanny family horror. Flyaway presents a unique blend of dark fantasy and contemporary fiction, inviting exploration of the complexities of memory and truth. The book’s enchanting prose and vivid imagery create a world that resonates with the themes of loss and discovery, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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A 2021 World Fantasy Award Finalist!
A 2020 Crawford Award Finalist
An Indie Next Pick!
Named a Best of 2020 Pick for NPR
Transformation, enchantment, and the emotional truths of family history teem in Kathleen Jennings’ stunning debut, Flyaway.
“Kathleen Jennings’ prose dazzles, and her magic feels real enough that you might even prick your finger on it.”—Kelly Link
“An unforgettable tale, as beautiful as it is thorny.” —The New York Times Book Review
In a small Western Queensland town, a reserved young woman receives a note from one of her vanished brothers—a note that makes her question memories of their disappearance and her father’s departure.
A beguiling story that proves that gothic delights and uncanny family horror can live—and even thrive—under a burning sun, Flyaway introduces readers to Bettina Scott, whose search for the truth throws her into tales of eerie dogs, vanished schools, cursed monsters, and enchanted bottles. Flyaway enchants you with the sly, beautiful darkness of Karen Russell and a world utterly its own.
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