The Adults A Novel
The Adults A Novel by Alison Espach is a debut novel published by Simon and Schuster on September 6, 2011. This 336-page book presents a humorous yet poignant exploration of relationships as it follows Emily Vidal, a clever teenager navigating the complexities of life, love, and the impending realities of adulthood. Set against the backdrop of an affluent suburban community, the narrative captures the dynamics of family and friendship during a pivotal moment in Emily’s life.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of characters, including Emily’s father, who is celebrating his fiftieth birthday amidst family turmoil, and her mother, who is managing the intricacies of an elaborate party while facing divorce. The story delves into the lives of various neighbors, teachers, and peers, all grappling with their own anxieties and desires for connection. Through its humorous lens, The Adults examines the blurred lines between childhood and adulthood, offering insights into the challenges of growing up and the often complicated nature of love and acceptance.
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From the author of the Read with Jenna pick The Wedding People, a ruefully funny debut novel that deftly dissects matters of the heart and captures the lives of children and adults as they come to terms with life, death, and love.
At the center of this affluent suburban universe is Emily Vidal, a smart and snarky teenager, who gets involved in a dangerous relationship. Among the cast of unforgettable characters is Emily’s father, whose fiftieth birthday party has the adults descending upon the Vidals’ patio; her mother, who has orchestrated the elaborate party even though she and her husband are getting a divorce; and an assortment of eccentric neighbors, high school teachers, and teenagers who teem with anxiety and an unbridled desire to be noticed, and ultimately loved.
An irresistible chronicle of a young woman’s struggle to grow up, The Adults lays bare a world where an adult and a child can so dangerously be mistaken for the same thing.
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