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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Crown/Archetype
ISBN-10
0385347235
ISBN-13
9780385347235
eBay Product ID (ePID)
159846082
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mother, Mother
Number of Pages
384 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Psychological, Family Life, Thrillers / Suspense, Literary
Publication Year
2013
Genre
Fiction
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.3 in
Item Weight
17.7 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"Koren Zailckas's Mother Mother is disturbing in the best possible way: believably. The slow, subtle darkness at the core of this book starts as a trickle and grows to a flash flood, and not once does it stop feeling absolutely authentic. Zailckas has written a gut-wrenching exploration of narcissism, dependence and family. It's an amazing book." - Kelly Braffet, author of Josie and Jack and Last Seen Leaving "A riveting fiction debut...it's the kind of book that keeps you up at night, featuring a mother to rival Medea or Mrs. Bates...The shocking and violent denouement shows Zailckas to be a consummate storyteller." - Publishers Weekly "A hall of mirrors reflecting chaotic maternal psychological mayhem reminiscent of Mommie Dearest or Push or Ordinary People."- Kirkus Reviews From the Hardcover edition., "A hall of mirrors reflecting chaotic maternal psychological mayhem reminiscent of Mommie Dearest or Push or Ordinary People."Kirkus Reviews, 2014 Winner of the Alex Award "Superbly unsettling...Provocative...A haunting meditation on family, love and unimaginable loss...A firecracker thriller full of whip-smart psychological insights." --San Francisco Chronicle "Zailckas is a writer to watch and treasure...fiercely disturbing...one of the most profound and insightful books about mother-child relationships when they go devastatingly wrong." --Dallas Morning News " It is a while since I've read anything as darkly funny as Koren Zailckas's Mother, Mother ...Superbly paced and structured, with dialogue worthy of Lena Dunham, Mother, Mother is an engrossing, and finally shocking, read." -- The Guardian (UK) "Koren Zailckas's Mother Mother is disturbing in the best possible way: believably. The slow, subtle darkness at the core of this book starts as a trickle and grows to a flash flood, and not once does it stop feeling absolutely authentic. Zailckas has written a gut-wrenching exploration of narcissism, dependence and family. It's an amazing book." - Kelly Braffet, author of Josie and Jack and Last Seen Leaving "A creepy thriller [that] starts with an ordinary family and ends in nail-biting suspense...A horrifying and deeply moving look into the dark secrets in a seemingly 'perfect family,' this is a hard-hitting page turner."-- Parkersburg News & Sentinel "A stunning debut that is sure to spark debate and cause a stir...Full of wise and witty observations, and a mounting sense of dread...brilliant firecracker-like prose, a page-turning plot, and an unmistakable voice." --Paramus Post "A riveting fiction debut...it's the kind of book that keeps you up at night, featuring a mother to rival Medea or Mrs. Bates...The shocking and violent denouement shows Zailckas to be a consummate storyteller." - Publishers Weekly "Richly imagined and bring[s] to mind Susanna Kaysen's Girl, Interrupted ... An excellent page-turner recommended for those who enjoy psychological thrillers and aren't afraid of narratives that look evil in the face." - Library Journal "Zailckas crafts an intriguing mystery surrounding this family that will keep readers on edge as she slowly peels back layer after layer of deception." - Booklist "A hall of mirrors reflecting chaotic maternal psychological mayhem reminiscent of Mommie Dearest or Push or Ordinary People."- Kirkus Reviews "An exquisitely written psychological thriller...Just as captivating as her memoirs." --Book Page "Think Mommie Dearest meets Psycho. Then just sit back, open the book, and have an absolute ball." -- Suspense Magazine "[An] impressive debut novel...engaging, well-crafted."-- Bustle.com, "Koren Zailckas's Mother Mother is disturbing in the best possible way: believably. The slow, subtle darkness at the core of this book starts as a trickle and grows to a flash flood, and not once does it stop feeling absolutely authentic. Zailckas has written a gut-wrenching exploration of narcissism, dependence and family. It's an amazing book." - Kelly Braffet, author of Josie and Jack and Last Seen Leaving "A creepy thriller [that] starts with an ordinary family and ends in nail-biting suspense...A horrifying and deeply moving look into the dark secrets in a seemingly 'perfect family,' this is a hard-hitting page turner."-- Parkersburg News & Sentinel "A riveting fiction debut...it's the kind of book that keeps you up at night, featuring a mother to rival Medea or Mrs. Bates...The shocking and violent denouement shows Zailckas to be a consummate storyteller." - Publishers Weekly "Richly imagined and bring[s] to mind Susanna Kaysen's Girl, Interrupted ... An excellent page-turner recommended for those who enjoy psychological thrillers and aren't afraid of narratives that look evil in the face." - Library Journal "Zailckas crafts an intriguing mystery surrounding this family that will keep readers on edge as she slowly peels back layer after layer of deception." - Booklist "A hall of mirrors reflecting chaotic maternal psychological mayhem reminiscent of Mommie Dearest or Push or Ordinary People."- Kirkus Reviews "...think Mommie Dearest meets Psycho. Then just sit back, open the book, and have an absolute ball." -- Suspense Magazine "[An] impressive debut novel...engaging, well-crafted."-- Bustle.com, "Koren Zailckas's Mother Mother is disturbing in the best possible way: believably. The slow, subtle darkness at the core of this book starts as a trickle and grows to a flash flood, and not once does it stop feeling absolutely authentic. Zailckas has written a gut-wrenching exploration of narcissism, dependence and family. It's an amazing book." - Kelly Braffet, author of Josie and Jack and Last Seen Leaving "A riveting fiction debut...it's the kind of book that keeps you up at night, featuring a mother to rival Medea or Mrs. Bates...The shocking and violent denouement shows Zailckas to be a consummate storyteller." - Publishers Weekly "Richly imagined and bring[s] to mind Susanna Kaysen's Girl, Interrupted ... An excellent page-turner recommended for those who enjoy psychological thrillers and aren't afraid of narratives that look evil in the face." - Library Journal "Zailckas crafts an intriguing mystery surrounding this family that will keep readers on edge as she slowly peels back layer after layer of deception." - Booklist "A hall of mirrors reflecting chaotic maternal psychological mayhem reminiscent of Mommie Dearest or Push or Ordinary People."- Kirkus Reviews, "Koren Zailckas's Mother Mother is disturbing in the best possible way: believably. The slow, subtle darkness at the core of this book starts as a trickle and grows to a flash flood, and not once does it stop feeling absolutely authentic. Zailckas has written a gut-wrenching exploration of narcissism, dependence and family. It's an amazing book." Kelly Braffet, author of Josie and Jack and Last Seen Leaving "A hall of mirrors reflecting chaotic maternal psychological mayhem reminiscent of Mommie Dearest or Push or Ordinary People." Kirkus Reviews, "Koren Zailckas's Mother Mother is disturbing in the best possible way: believably. The slow, subtle darkness at the core of this book starts as a trickle and grows to a flash flood, and not once does it stop feeling absolutely authentic. Zailckas has written a gut-wrenching exploration of narcissism, dependence and family. It's an amazing book." - Kelly Braffet, author of Josie and Jack and Last Seen Leaving "A riveting fiction debut...it's the kind of book that keeps you up at night, featuring a mother to rival Medea or Mrs. Bates...The shocking and violent denouement shows Zailckas to be a consummate storyteller." - Publishers Weekly "Richly imagined and bring[s] to mind Susanna Kaysen's Girl, Interrupted ... An excellent page-turner recommended for those who enjoy psychological thrillers and aren't afraid of narratives that look evil in the face." - Library Journal "Zailckas crafts an intriguing mystery surrounding this family that will keep readers on edge as she slowly peels back layer after layer of deception." - Booklist "A hall of mirrors reflecting chaotic maternal psychological mayhem reminiscent of Mommie Dearest or Push or Ordinary People."- Kirkus Reviews "...think Mommie Dearest meets Psycho. Then just sit back, open the book, and have an absolute ball." -- Suspense Magazine "[An] impressive debut novel...engaging, well-crafted."-- Bustle.com
Dewey Decimal
813/.6
Synopsis
From Koren Zailckas, author of the iconic memoir SMASHED: an electrifying debut novel about a family being torn apart by the woman who claims to love them most Josephine Hurst has her family under control. With two beautiful daughters, a brilliantly intelligent son, a tech-guru of a husband and a historical landmark home, her life is picture perfect. She has everything she wants; all she has to do is keep it that way. But living in this matriarch s determinedly cheerful, yet subtly controlling domain hasn t been easy for her family, and when her oldest daughter, Rose, runs off with a mysterious boyfriend, Josephine tightens her grip, gradually turning her flawless home into a darker sort of prison. Resentful of her sister s newfound freedom, Violet turns to eastern philosophy, hallucinogenic drugs, and extreme fasting, eventually landing herself in the psych ward. Meanwhile, her brother Will shrinks further into a world of self-doubt. Recently diagnosed with Aspergers and epilepsy, he s separated from the other kids around town and is homeschooled to ensure his safety. Their father, Douglas, finds resolve in the bottom of the bottle an addict craving his own chance to escape. Josephine struggles to maintain the family s impeccable facade, but when a violent incident leads to a visit from child protective services, the truth about the Hursts might finally be revealed. Written with the style, dark wit and shrewd psychological insight that made SMASHED a bestseller, Zailckas s first novel is unforgettable. In the spirit of classic suspense novels by Shirley Jackson and Daphne DuMaurier, MOTHER, MOTHER is the terrifying and page-turning story of a mother s love gone too far, and the introduction of a commanding new voice in fiction.", From Koren Zailckas, author of the iconic memoir SMASHED: an electrifying debut novel about a family being torn apart by the woman who claims to love them most Josephine Hurst has her family under control. With two beautiful daughters, a brilliantly intelligent son, a tech-guru of a husband and a historical landmark home, her life is picture perfect. She has everything she wants; all she has to do is keep it that way. But living in this matriarch's determinedly cheerful, yet subtly controlling domain hasn't been easy for her family, and when her oldest daughter, Rose, runs off with a mysterious boyfriend, Josephine tightens her grip, gradually turning her flawless home into a darker sort of prison. Resentful of her sister's newfound freedom, Violet turns to eastern philosophy, hallucinogenic drugs, and extreme fasting, eventually landing herself in the psych ward. Meanwhile, her brother Will shrinks further into a world of self-doubt. Recently diagnosed with Aspergers and epilepsy, he's separated from the other kids around town and is homeschooled to ensure his safety. Their father, Douglas, finds resolve in the bottom of the bottle--an addict craving his own chance to escape. Josephine struggles to maintain the family's impeccable façade, but when a violent incident leads to a visit from child protective services, the truth about the Hursts might finally be revealed. Written with the style, dark wit and shrewd psychological insight that made SMASHED a bestseller, Zailckas's first novel is unforgettable. In the spirit of classic suspense novels by Shirley Jackson and Daphne DuMaurier, MOTHER, MOTHER is the terrifying and page-turning story of a mother's love gone too far, and the introduction of a commanding new voice in fiction.
LC Classification Number
PS3626.A6254M68 2013
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