In brief: My Favourite Mistake; Homeseeking; The Meteorites: Encounters With Outer Space and Deep Time review
Briefly

Marian Keyes' latest novel features Anna Walsh, who relocates from a bustling PR job in New York to a quaint Irish coastal town to aid her friend Brigit in launching a luxury wellness center amidst local reluctance. Keyes adeptly navigates significant issues revolving around the experiences of fortysomething women, such as perimenopause, bereavement, and female desire, showcasing her signature blend of empathy and wit. Similarly, Karissa Chen's debut novel spans six decades of Chinese history through the intertwined lives of Haiwen and Suchi, while Helen Gordon's work reveals the human stories linked to meteorites, exploring both the scientific and the personal realms of these ancient objects.
In this novel, Keyes tackles the invisibility of fortysomething women, exploring themes like perimenopause and bereavement with empathy and wit, making it a compelling read.
Chen’s debut weaves the personal and political, chronicling the love and separation of Haiwen and Suchi against the backdrop of Chinese history, creating a rich narrative.
Gordon's engaging book combines science with personal stories, exploring meteorites and the deep time they represent through the experiences of those connected to them.
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