Mr. Flood’s Last Resort is “a rare delight” (Cosmopolitan, UK) examining the space between sin and sainthood, a novel that “perfectly balances tragedy with dark comedy” in which “the dialogue crackles and every detail enchants” (Shelf Awareness). Note to readers: In the UK, this book is published under the title The bltadwin.rued on: Ma. · Mr. Flood’s Last Resort is “a rare delight” (Cosmopolitan, UK) examining the space between sin and sainthood, a novel that “perfectly balances tragedy with dark comedy” in which “the dialogue crackles and every detail enchants” (Shelf Awareness). Note to readers: In the UK, this book is published under the title The bltadwin.ru: Atria Books. Packed with eccentric charms, twisted comedy, and a whole lot of heart, Mr. Flood’s Last Resort is a mesmerizing tale that examines the space between sin and sainthood, reminding us that often the most meaningful forgiveness that we can offer is to ourselves/5().
Mr. Flood's Last Resort A Novel (Book): Kidd, Jess: Maud Drennan - underpaid carer and unintentional psychic - is the latest in a long line of dogsbodies for the ancient, belligerent Cathal Flood. Yet despite her best efforts, Maud is drawn into the mysteries concealed in his filthy, once-grand home. She realises that something is changing: Cathal, and the junk-filled rooms, are opening up. Mr. Flood's Last Resort by Jess Kidd is one of the best character-driven mixtures of tragedy and comedy I have had the pleasure of reading in a while. Full of laughs, cries, mystery, discovery, life philosophy and the unexpected, the story of Maud and Cathal is a treasure in itself waiting to be found. Come to Book Culture LIC to celebrate the release of Jess Kidd's third book, Mr. Flood's Last Resort on Tuesday, May 1st at pm!. Maud Drennan is a dedicated caregiver whose sunny disposition masks a deep sadness. A tragic childhood event left her haunted, in the company of a cast of prattling saints who pop in and out of her life like tourists.
“Mr. Flood’s Last Resort,” by Jess Kidd The deeper that Maud digs, the more confounding the clues become, with suspected villains and victims changing positions as the pages turn. Jess Kidd is a British writer hailing from Richmond in the United Kingdom with a degree in Literature at The Open University and a PhD in Creative Writing Studies. Her debut novel, Himself, was published in , and her second novel followed shortly after titled The Hoarder in the U.K. or Mr. Flood’s Last Resort in the United States. She is also currently developing some original TV projects with various U.K. Producers. Full of charming eccentricities, twisted comedy, a whole lot of heart, and Jess Kidd’s “lyrical, lush, and hugely imaginative” (Sunday Express Magazine) prose, The Hoarder / Mr. Flood’s Last Resort is a mesmerizing tale that will make you re-examine the space between sin and sainthood, reminding you that when all is said and done, the most important forgiveness that we can offer is to ourselves.
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