Stella Duffy crafts narratives that delve into the complexities of human relationships and societal issues with a distinctive perspective. Her prose is marked by penetrating psychological depth and a unique narrative style that draws readers into her stories. Through masterfully drawn characters and rich, atmospheric descriptions, she explores themes of identity, loss, and the search for meaning. Duffy stands as a significant author whose work resonates with both intellectual and emotional power.
Everything's going fine for Saz and Molly. Its summer in London, and they're having a baby, doing all the right things, taking all the right precautions. Saz has even stopped taking on any weird and wild cases. No more danger, just steady sleuthing and in bed before midnight. Yeah, right!
In a unique take on the London anthology, 33 East and 33 West feature 1 brand new short story for each of London's 33 boroughs. From Havering to Hillingdon, Bexley to Brent. These are stories of movement and change that capture the individuality of each borough and the diversity of London better than any camera. Published in two volumes, 33 is an unparalleled achievement. This is no small feat. This is London.
A sequel to the hugely acclaimed, award-winning historical novel THEODORA
A compelling novel about family secrets and the legacy of trauma, set against the changing fortunes of an English seaside town, from award-winning writer Stella Duffy.
Duffy is best known for her sharp insights and sharper wit, and both are on display here... Brave, understated and unforgettable' DAILY MAIL When Jack and Cindy meet at a friend's party they are immediately attracted to one another. Cindy, a celebrated mapmaker, traces the contours of their relationship, from New York to LA, from first passion to real love. After five years together, Cindy and Jack think they have tested their love to its limits. But then Cindy falls dangerously ill, and the couple must face the hardest test of all. Told with wit, tenderness and unflinching honesty, STATE OF HAPPINESS is a captivating story of love and loss from a writer at the height of her powers. 'STATE OF HAPPINESS is a sharp, sobering cocktail spiked with metaphysic, immense good humour and understanding. Stella Duffy gets better and better' Ali Smith, author of HOTEL WORLD
A compelling historical novel set in south London 1912 - based on a true story
This long-awaited collection brings together a selection of Stella Duffy's award-winning short fiction. It includes stories written for radio, here in print for the first time since they were broadcast, and highlights the terrific range and variety of her writing.
A brilliant new novel from the author of Singling out the Couples, State of Happiness and Parallel Lies
* A brilliant new novel from the author of Singling out the Couples, State of Happiness and Parallel Lies
There is more than meets the eye to the activities of Dr Maxwell North, the internationally acclaimed therapist, healer and guru. A mysterious employee, the Wavewalker, hires Saz Martin to find out just exactly what. In an investigation which starts in seventies San Francisco, Saz Martin's attempt to expose North ends in personal disaster. Stella Duffy was brought up in New Zealand. An actor, improviser and stand-up comedian, she now lives in London. The other Saz Martin titles are Fresh Flesh, Calendar Girl and Beneath the Blonde .
