Description

Embark on a captivating journey through the twentieth century with a narrator who begins her story at the very moment of conception. This unique perspective offers an intimate look at the life of Ruby Lennox as she navigates her family's complex history and unearths long-held secrets. Through a tapestry of interconnected lives and events, the novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the enduring power of family ties. With a distinctive narrative voice and a keen eye for the absurdities of life, this story unfolds with wit and profound emotional depth.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Picador

Published Jan 1, 1997

333 pages

ISBN: 9780312150600

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Details

First Published

1995

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Behind the Scenes at the Museum by Kate Atkinson.

Death/Grief