Tangled Lives
Tangled Lives by Hilary Boyd, published by Quercus in 2012, is a fiction novel that delves into the complexities of family dynamics. The story centers on Lizzie Delancey, a woman in her early 50s who appears to have a happy life with her husband and three grown children. However, Lizzie harbors a significant secret from her past: at 18, she gave up a baby boy for adoption. When she unexpectedly receives a letter from Kent Social Services indicating that her son, Daniel, wishes to reconnect, Lizzie is faced with a mix of joy and anxiety, as she has never disclosed his existence to her children.
As the narrative unfolds, Tangled Lives explores the impact of this revelation on Lizzie’s family. The arrival of Daniel serves as a catalyst that exposes underlying tensions and secrets, leading to a reevaluation of relationships within the family. Readers will find a thoughtful examination of themes related to family, identity, and the consequences of long-held secrets. This edition spans 376 pages and is presented in English, inviting readers to engage with the intricate emotional landscape that Boyd crafts throughout the story.
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Lizzie Delancey is happily married, in her early 50s, with three grown children. But Lizzie guards a dark secret. At age 18 she had a baby boy, and gave him up for adoption. She still thinks of him every day.
Then, out of the blue, she receives an official-looking letter from Kent Social Services. Her son, Daniel, wants to make contact. On one hand she is overjoyed – she longs to meet him. On the other, she has never told her children that they have another sibling.
Tangled Lives follows the effect this revelation has on her family, as, with Daniel as the catalyst, a few small tears in the family fabric suddenly gape wide.
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