Rachel Ingalls
Rachel Ingalls (1940-2019) was an American-born author who spent much of her writing career in the United Kingdom. She was best known for her novella 'Mrs. Caliban', which was published in 1982 and was selected by the British Book Marketing Council as one of the 20 best American novels since World War II. Ingalls wrote numerous other works, including short stories and novels, often characterized by their concise narrative style and elements of the fantastical or surreal.
Books
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1. Mrs. Caliban
In this darkly whimsical novel, the mundane life of a lonely housewife is upended when she befriends a humanoid sea creature that has escaped from a research facility. As their unlikely romance blossoms, the protagonist must navigate the complexities of love, betrayal, and the yearning for connection amidst the backdrop of suburban ennui. This surrealist tale blends elements of fantasy with poignant social commentary, challenging the boundaries between reality and imagination while exploring the depths of human emotion and the consequences of societal norms.
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