Mother's Milk by Edward St Aubyn
The novel follows the life of Patrick Melrose, a man battling with his drug addiction and his troubled relationship with his parents. Patrick tries to come to terms with his mother’s decision to leave her estate to a New Age foundation rather than to him, her only son. The story delves into the complexities of inheritance, parenthood, and the lasting impact of childhood trauma. The narrative shifts between the perspectives of Patrick, his wife, and their two young sons, providing a multi-dimensional view of the family's struggles.
The 2222nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2005
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 240-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 62nd on The 100 best books of the 21st century (The Guardian)
- 82nd on The 100 Greatest British Novels (BBC)
- The 75 Best Books of the Past 75 Years (Parade Magazine)