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Iced

Series: Canons
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In Iced by Ray Shell, the story follows Cornelius Washington, a talented musician whose life spirals into chaos due to his crack cocaine addiction. Set against the gritty backdrop of New York City, the narrative delves into his struggles, capturing his internal battles and the impacts on his relationships, aspirations, and self-worth. It offers a raw, unflinching look into the destructive nature of addiction and the resilience of the human spirit.
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You might enjoy this story if you're drawn to gripping narratives that explore personal struggles and redemption in gritty urban settings. The book offers deep, nuanced character exploration and provides an unflinching look at issues like addiction and the quest for identity. Its raw, emotional storytelling can appeal to those who appreciate thought-provoking fiction with a powerful social message.

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Iced

A searing work of modern fiction tracing a man's decline into the depths of addiction

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Taking the form of a diary, Iced charts the life of forty-four-year-old Cornelius Washington. Initially brimming with talent and ambition, his dabbles with drugs as a young man gradually turn into a destructive addiction.

Moving between the harsh realities of his present and the adventures and upheavals of his past, as Cornelius encounters a host of characters both intriguing and terrifying, Iced is at once a shocking account of the addict's life, and a compelling and often uplifting tale of human love and loss.

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This book has been praised for its powerful writing and heartbreaking story, with Maya Angelou highlighting the beauty of its prose. Lenny Henry described it as an extraordinary modern American tragedy, while Ewan McGregor found its portrayal of addiction insightful. The New Yorker commended its engaging and dynamic narrative style, and the Times Literary Supplement appreciated its originality and authenticity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838859961

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Canons

Edition: Main - Canons

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 226g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Ray Shell has lived in the UK for the past thirty years and is currently based in Brighton. He is an established actor, a playwright and the Creative Director of London's Giant Olive Theatre Co.@Rayshell

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