Darkmans by Nicola Barker
"Darkmans" is a contemporary novel set in Ashford, Kent, that intertwines the lives of several characters including a father and son, a chiropractor, a mysterious European woman, and the spirit of a 15th-century court jester. The narrative explores themes of history, identity, sanity, and the power of unconscious forces, while the presence of the jester serves as a mischievous symbol of the past's persistent intrusion into the present. The novel's complex structure, dark humor, and detailed characterizations contribute to a surreal, unsettling atmosphere.
The 5112th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2007
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 848
- Words
- 838,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 93rd on The 100 best books of the 21st century (The Guardian)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)