“when I was four I almost fell down the shaft of a tin mine and when I was five the car rolled over on the motorway and when I was seven we went on holiday and the gas ring blew out in the caravan and nobody noticed I've been dying all my life”
This novel delves into the lives of individuals facing their own mortality, highlighting their desires, regrets, and the quest for fulfillment in their final days. more
Jenny Downham is a British novelist known for her works focused on young adult themes. Born in 1964, her writing explores the emotions, growth, and self-discovery of adolescence. Downham's books have gained popularity for their deep emotional insights and realistic portrayal of youth issues. more
“Bye, Tess. haunt me if you like. I don't mind.”
“I have always believed that every great city in history needs a vibrant center.”
“The language of love letters is the same as suicide notes.”
“Erotica is using a feather; pornograpy is using the whole chicken.”
“After all, Bao Bomu says, what is the past but what we choose to remember?”