We Need To Talk About Kevin film tie-in

Name: We Need To Talk About Kevin film tie-in
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781921758492
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By Lionel Shriver

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Summary

We Need to Talk About Kevin by Lionel Shriver explores the tumultuous relationship between a mother, Eva, and her son, Kevin. Set in the aftermath of a horrific incident, the narrative unfolds through letters written by Eva to her estranged husband, reflecting on Kevin's troubling behaviour from a young age. It examines themes of parental responsibility, nature versus nurture, and the search for understanding in the face of tragedy.
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If you enjoy gripping psychological narratives that explore the complexities of familial relationships and the darker edges of parenthood, you might find this book compelling. It delves into themes of nature versus nurture and the struggles of understanding and coping with a troubled child, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in human behaviour and emotional depth.

We Need To Talk About Kevin film tie-in

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Two years ago Eva Khatchadourian's son, Kevin, murdered seven of his fellow high-school students, a cafeteria worker, and a popular teacher. Now, in a series of letters to her absent husband, Eva recounts the story of how Kevin came to be Kevin.

Fearing that her own shortcomings may have shaped what her son has become, she confesses to a deep, long-standing ambivalence about both motherhood in general and Kevin in particular. How much is her fault? When did it all start to go wrong? Or was it, in fact, ever right at all?

We Need To Talk About Kevin is a gripping tale of parental struggle and responsibility, told through the confessional lens of a troubled mother trying to piece together the past and come to terms with the present.

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We Need to Talk About Kevin is a compelling exploration of the complexities of motherhood and familial relationships, often sparking intense discussions among readers. Lionel Shriver's narrative is emotionally charged, with various reviews highlighting its thought-provoking and sometimes polarising examination of nature versus nurture. The film adaptation ties in seamlessly, capturing the novel's tension and emotional depth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921758492

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 September 2011

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 336g

Pages: 408

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