The Herd

Name: The Herd
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781529176919
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By Emily Edwards

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The Herd by Emily Edwards is a gripping exploration of the dynamics within a close-knit community when a divisive health decision rocks the village. As friends turn into foes and secrets start to unravel, the story delves into themes of trust, choice, and the impact of individual actions on collective harmony. Tensions rise and relationships are tested, leaving the reader questioning the lines between right and wrong in a world full of grey areas.
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This intriguing tale explores the complexities of parental loyalties and societal pressures, making it a captivating read for those interested in thought-provoking narratives about community and personal choice. If you appreciate stories examining the nuances of friendships and the consequences of secrets, you'll likely find this book engaging and insightful.

The Herd

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A standout book club novel. Unputdownable and thought-provoking, The Herd probes the fine line between individual choice and collective responsibility. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty, and The Slap.

Two best friends

Elizabeth and Bryony are polar opposites, but their unexpected friendship has always worked. They're the best of friends and godmothers to each other's daughters because they trust that the safety of their children is both of their top priorities.

One little secret

Little do they know that they differ radically over one very important issue. When Bryony, afraid of being judged, tells what is supposed to be a harmless white lie before a child's birthday party, the consequences are more catastrophic than either of them could ever have imagined.

Every parent's worst nightmare . . .

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The Herd by Emily Edwards is hailed as a timely and thought-provoking novel, praised for its nuanced exploration of a controversial issue. The book is described as addictive and cleverly written, with complex, believable characters. It is noted for its immersive storytelling and has been likened to the works of Liane Moriarty. Book clubs are suggested to find it particularly engaging and debate-inducing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529176919

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)

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

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 241g

Pages: 352

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Education & Reference Emily Edwards Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

After studying at Edinburgh University, Emily Edwards worked for a think tank in New York before returning to London where she worked as a support worker for vulnerable women at a large charity. She now lives in Lewes, East Sussex with her endlessly patient husband and her two endlessly energetic young sons. The inspiration for The Herd came when she was eight months pregnant with her first son, and her husband and their vaccine-hesitant doula had an impassioned 'debate' about vaccination in their garden. As she sat there with her hands over her huge stomach listening to them both, Emily realized this was an issue which impacts us all and that it would make a brilliant topic for a novel.

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