The Trick Is to Keep Breathing by Janice Galloway
This novel follows the life of Joy Stone, a drama teacher in Scotland who is struggling with depression and anorexia after the death of her married lover, Michael. The story is told through Joy's fragmented thoughts and memories, revealing her struggle to maintain a sense of normalcy in the face of overwhelming grief and mental illness. As she battles her inner demons, she also contends with a society that doesn't understand or accept her struggles, providing a powerful exploration of mental health and the human capacity for resilience.
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- Published
- 1989
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240
- Original Language
- English
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