Lioness

'The most exciting novel I've read in ages... I gulped it down, so readable, so EXCELLENT about people. Read it.' Marian Keyes

‘This novel is perfection.’ Glamour

'A coolly ironic look at modern womanhood… This is an excellent novel.’ The Times

You know how we say we devoured a story, and also that we were consumed by it? Eating and being eaten. It was like that with Claire, for me.

Lioness by Emily Perkins intricately weaves the tale of Therese, a woman who has grown accustomed to a life of opulence following her marriage into a powerful and influential family. Her journey from simple beginnings to an extravagant existence seems idyllic until rumours of deceit and corruption surround her husband's latest venture. As the scandal erupts, Therese finds herself ostracised by the very society she once comfortably belonged to, prompting her to scrutinise her previously unquestioned world of privilege.

Meanwhile, in the flat beneath hers, Therese becomes intrigued by her neighbour Claire, a woman who appears to have uncovered the secret to an unbridled and authentic life, free from the confines of domestic conventions. Claire’s apartment becomes a sanctuary of liberation and ecstasy, offering Therese a tantalising glimpse of a different reality.

As Therese delves deeper into Claire's world, she is both fascinated and challenged by the freedom it represents. This newfound perspective forces Therese to reflect on her life choices and the person she has become. The story propels her on an introspective journey, questioning not only her current situation but also the path she ought to take moving forward.

All too quickly, Therese is forced to confront herself and her choices – just how did she become this person? And what exactly should she do about it?

‘A thoughtful, intelligent novel about one woman’s search for more meaning.’ Good Housekeeping

Emily Perkins skillfully depicts modern womanhood in Lioness, blending a compelling narrative with incisive social commentary. The novel is a breathtaking exploration of self-discovery and the quest for authenticity amidst the glamour and pitfalls of wealth.