Playing in Shadow Extended Family and the absurdity of finding

and the absurdity of finding one's footing after the ground gives way

Engaging its double meaning

Peake describes the inimitable courage and grace he possessed in the face of painful death

By National Book Award and the National Book Critics' Circle Award finalist for An Unnecessary Woman

is because of her close friend

Playing in Shadow Extended Family and the absurdity of findingAfter surviving a devastating car crash, Bryce Donovan is plagued by crippling nightmares that leave her terrified to close her eyes. She still bears the scars from that night, both emotionally and physically. Her job at Tweedy Contractors brings the diversion she is desperate for, and the new apprentice painter is a welcome distraction. As a gifted artist, Scarlet Tweedy creates beauty in every medium she employs. But she's always been expected to