Maybe the Horse Will Talk
Maybe the Horse Will Talk by Elliot Perlman, published by Vintage in 2019, is a work of fiction that explores the complexities of modern life through the lens of Stephen Maserov, a second-year lawyer facing the threat of downsizing at his demanding job. As he navigates the challenges of his professional and personal life, including a strained marriage with fellow teacher Eleanor and the responsibilities of parenting, Stephen finds himself at a crossroads that requires him to confront his fears and make bold decisions.
In this narrative, readers will encounter a blend of humor and drama as it delves into themes of love, marriage, and friendship, while also addressing serious issues such as sexual harassment in the workplace and corporate corruption. The story captures the essence of contemporary struggles, making it a relevant reflection on societal norms and personal dilemmas. With 331 pages, this edition offers a comprehensive look at the trials faced by its characters, inviting readers to engage with the intricacies of their lives.
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‘I am absolutely terrified of losing a job I absolutely hate.’
Stephen Maserov has problems. A onetime teacher, married to fellow teacher Eleanor, he has retrained and is now a second-year lawyer working at mega-firm Freely Savage Carter Blanche. Despite toiling around the clock to make budget, he’s in imminent danger of being downsized. And to make things worse, Eleanor, sick of single-parenting their two young children thanks to Stephen’s relentless work schedule, has asked him to move out.
To keep the job he hates, pay the mortgage and salvage his marriage, he will have to do something strikingly daring, something he never thought himself capable of. But if he’s not careful, it might be the last job he ever has…
Warm, dramatic, and at times laugh-out-loud funny, with the narrative pull of a thriller, Maybe the Horse Will Talk is a love story, a reflection on contemporary marriage, and on friendship. It is also an unflinching examination of sexual harassment in the workplace and an expose of corporate corruption that taps directly into the pulse of our times.
‘Australia’s outstanding social novelist’ (Times Literary Supplement), Elliot Perlman ‘…has many things working in his favor as a novelist- curiosity, erudition, daring and a gift for seducing readers into going along with him for the ride. He’ll get you where you want to go…‘ (Washington Post)
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