Hell of a Book

Name: Hell of a Book
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SKU: 9781398704664
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WINNER of the National Book Award for Fiction

By Jason Mott

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Hell of a Book by Jason Mott is a poignant exploration of race, identity, and storytelling. The novel follows an author on a cross-country book tour, interwoven with the story of a boy named Soot, who is struggling with his place in the world. As their journeys intersect, the narrative deftly examines themes of reality and imagination, presenting a powerful reflection on what it means to be seen and remembered.
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This novel may appeal to you if you enjoy thought-provoking narratives that blend humour with profound social commentary. It explores the complexities of race and identity in America through a unique, metafictional lens, offering both an engaging story and a deep reflection on contemporary issues. The often surreal journey of its protagonist provides a captivating read for those who appreciate literary fiction with a touch of magical realism.

Hell of a Book

An astounding work of fiction - resoundingly powerful, endlessly quotable and funny as hell - with its sights set on getting to the heart of racism in America.

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WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR FICTION 2021

'Ingenious...You'll cry tears of laughter' SUNDAY TIMES

'When you're reading this, you can't help but feel like you're in on an inside joke that keeps on getting funnier. Jason Mott truly has written one hell of a book.' CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS, author of QUEENIE

Discover this astonishing work of fiction from award-winning, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Jason Mott.

THIS IS A TRUE STORY.

An author goes on a book tour for his new bestseller Hell of a Book - which, as people keep telling him, is one hell of a book.

THIS IS A COMING-OF-AGE STORY.

One morning, he meets The Kid - a young Black boy who looks just like the one on the news who was shot by the police. And The Kid wants him to tell his story.

THIS IS A SAD STORY.

It's the story of a boy who spent most of his life trying to hide, and to not be seen. And it may not be that different from the story of our author.

THIS IS A LOVE STORY.

But to find out why, you'll have to read it for yourself.

THIS IS A STORY UNLIKE ANYTHING YOU'VE EVER READ. THIS IS A HELL OF A BOOK.

WINNER - NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR FICTION 2021

AN ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY 'MUST READ'

A TODAY SHOW BOOK CLUB PICK

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Jason Mott’s Hell of a Book is widely acclaimed for its inventive, playful yet deeply serious narrative, weaving humour with a poignant exploration of racial themes in America. Critics praise its originality, blending metafiction with sobering reflections on race, family, and identity, provoking both laughter and deep contemplation. This bold and structurally daring novel captures the complexity of the Black experience in America, spotlighting systemic racial injustices with intense, moving, and at times unsettling clarity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398704664

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 January 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Trapeze

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Jason Mott has published three previous novels. His first novel, The Returned, was a New York Times bestseller and was turned into a TV series that ran for two seasons. He has a BFA in Fiction and an MFA in Poetry, both from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. His poetry and fiction have appeared in various literary journals.

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