Jessica Moor crafts compelling narratives that delve into the intricacies of human relationships and societal impacts. Her writing is characterized by a profound understanding of the human psyche and a sensitive portrayal of characters' internal struggles. Drawing inspiration from her past experiences, particularly her work within the violence against women and girls sector, she brings a unique and insightful perspective to her themes. Her work offers readers a deeply resonant and thought-provoking exploration of challenging subjects.
Ericka WallerFrom the Observer debut novelist of the year, comes a blistering, heart-wrenching new novel of complicity and atonement, delving into one nurse's experience of the little-known history of conversion therapy and the heart-breaking betrayal of the AIDS crisis. March 2020.
Drawn into Tamsin's world of Soho living, boozy dinners, impulsive decisions and cocktails at impossibly expensive bars, Emily's life shifts from black and white to technicolour and the soon the two women are inseparable.Tamsin is the friend Emily has always longed for;
When Katie Straw's body is pulled from the waters of the local suicide spot, the police decide it's an open-and-shut case. A standard-issue female suicide. But the residents of Widringham women's refuge where Katie worked don't agree. They say it's murder. Will you listen to them?
The most gripping, emotional novel you'll read this year
Exploring themes of complicity and atonement, this novel follows a nurse's journey through the dark history of conversion therapy and the devastating impact of the AIDS crisis. The narrative reveals the emotional turmoil and moral dilemmas faced by those involved, highlighting personal and societal betrayals during a critical time in history. With a focus on the nurse's experiences, the story offers a poignant reflection on guilt, redemption, and the struggle for understanding in the face of tragedy.