The Lesser Bohemians by Eimear McBride
This novel explores the passionate, tumultuous relationship between an 18-year-old Irish drama student and a successful actor twenty years her senior in 1990s London. Their intense connection is complicated by the actor's dark past, filled with addiction and abuse, which threatens to destroy the fragile love they share. As they navigate their relationship, they must confront their own insecurities, fears, and desires, ultimately leading to a profound transformation for both.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 23rd on The 40 Best Novels of the 2010s (Paste Magazine)
- James Tait Black Memorial Prize: Fiction (James Tait Black Memorial Prize)