City of Incurable Women
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
In a marvelous fusion of fact and fiction, nineteenth-century women institutionalized as hysterics reveal what history ignored
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Maud Casey is an author whose work delves into the depths of human experience. Through her prose, she explores the intricate relationships and inner lives of her characters. Her writing style is characterized by its literary craft and ability to evoke profound emotional resonance in readers. Casey stands as a recognized voice in contemporary literature.
- 2022
- 2014
Genealogy
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Exploring themes of family, faith, and mental illness, the narrative revolves around the Hennart family: Samantha, a blocked poet; Bernard, fixated on a mystic; Ryan, a struggling musician; and Marguerite, an increasingly troubled teenager. As their lives intertwine, the story delves into their struggles and the complexities of their relationships, leading to a profound journey of unraveling and eventual redemption.
- 2003
Through the diverse lives of emotional and geographic nomads, the narrative delves into themes of loss and love. Characters include a college graduate at a body donation clinic, a woman fascinated by Benedictine monks, and a girl escaping her mother's mental illness with her father. Each story reveals their struggles with madness and self-destruction, yet they all seek connection and resilience. Maud Casey's poignant storytelling captures their journeys, offering a vivid exploration of hope amidst chaos in this unforgettable collection.
- 2002
The Shape of Things to Come
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Isabelle, in her thirties and recently unemployed, returns to her childhood suburb of Standardsville, Illinois. As she navigates her quirky family dynamics, including a single mother and a neighbor with a past in television, she also grapples with an ex-boyfriend. To make ends meet, she takes on a role as a mystery shopper for a temp agency, immersing herself in the lives of prospective tenants in newly developed suburban communities. This journey explores themes of identity, nostalgia, and the complexities of adult life.