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The Casual Vacancy
The Casual Vacancy
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When Barry Fairbrother dies unexpectedly in his early forties, the little town of Pagford is left in shock. Pagford appears to be an English idyll—with a cobbled market square and an ancient abbey—but behind its charming façade lies a town at war. The rich clash with the poor, teenagers battle their parents, wives contend with their husbands, and teachers struggle with their pupils. Pagford is far from what it seems.
The empty seat Barry leaves on the town council becomes the catalyst for the fiercest conflict the town has ever seen. The election to fill his seat is fraught with passion, duplicity, and unexpected revelations. Who will triumph in this battle of wills?
Blackly comic, thought-provoking, and constantly surprising, The Casual Vacancy is J.K. Rowling’s first novel for adults.
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Intriguing small-town drama exposing hidden conflicts.
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Who is this book for?
If you're interested in a sharp, insightful look into small-town life filled with contrasting characters and simmering tensions, this book could be a great pick for you. Rowling’s debut adult novel reveals the complexity of community and human nature through witty, compelling storytelling that keeps you guessing.