Life After Life
The global bestseller, now a major BBC series
(Author) Kate AtkinsonWINNER OF THE COSTA NOVEL AWARD What if you had the chance to live your life again and again, until you finally got it right? During a snowstorm in England in 1910, a baby is born and dies before she can take her first breath. During a snowstorm in England in 1910, the same baby is born and lives to tell the tale. What if there were second chances? And third chances? In fact an infinite number of chances to live your life? Would you eventually be able to save the world from its own inevitable destiny? And would you even want to? Life After Life follows Ursula Todd as she lives through the turbulent events of the last century again and again. With wit and compassion, Kate Atkinson finds warmth even in life's bleakest moments, and shows an extraordinary ability to evoke the past. Here she is at her most profound and inventive, in a novel that celebrates the best and worst of ourselves.
Kate Atkinson
Kate Atkinson is a British author known for her intricate plots, complex characters, and blending of genres such as mystery, historical fiction, and literary fiction. Her most notable works include the Jackson Brodie series, featuring the private detective protagonist, as well as the novel "Life After Life," which explores the concept of multiple lives and possibilities. Atkinson's writing is characterized by its wit, humor, and profound insight into human nature. She has made significant contributions to the literary world by pushing the boundaries of traditional storytelling and creating thought-provoking narratives that challenge readers' perceptions. Her most famous work is "Life After Life," which won the Costa Book Award and was shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction. Atkinson's impact on the literary genre is undeniable, as she continues to captivate readers with her unique storytelling style and compelling narratives.
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