Double Blind by Edward St Aubyn

From the renowned author behind the widely praised Patrick Melrose series comes a new novel delving into the most pressing issues of our time. 'The impact of St Aubyn's work is undeniable' Jonathan Franzen Double Blind follows a trio of lifelong friends on a transformative journey set against the backdrop of London, Cap d'Antibes, Big Sur, and a rewilded corner of Sussex. This ambitious and exhilarating novel explores topics such as ecology, psychoanalysis, genetics, and neuroscience while also examining themes of love, fear, and bravery. As Olivia welcomes her dear friend Lucy back from New York and meets her new lover Francis, their lives are forever changed. But as Lucy reveals her own news and they welcome others into their circle, not one of them will remain untouched. With its expansive and insightful exploration of inheritance, determinism, freedom, consciousness, and personal narratives, Double Blind is a powerful testament to the interconnectedness of our world and the resilience of the human spirit. Pra