Milkman

Immerse yourself in the captivating narrative of 'Milkman', a novel penned by the talented Anna Burns. Published in 2018 by Faber & Faber, this piece of literature artfully blends the genre of psychological fiction with elements of political commentary. Set in an unnamed city, the novel explores the life of a young woman who finds herself the subject of gossip and scrutiny after she is pursued by a powerful man known as the 'milkman'. This book is an exploration of the human spirit and the complexities of life during times of political unrest. Anna Burns' unique storytelling style and thought-provoking themes have earned her widespread acclaim, making 'Milkman' a must-read. Experience the magic of Anna Burns' writing in the original English version, brought to you by Faber & Faber.

Middle sister, our protagonist, is busy attempting to keep her mother from discovering her maybe-boyfriend and to keep everyone in the dark about her encounter with Milkman. To be interesting is to be noticed and to be noticed is dangerous. Milkman is a tale of gossip and hearsay, silence and deliberate deafness.