Description
In 1972, a subtle alteration to time itself—the addition of two seconds—coincides with the shattering of a young boy's seemingly perfect world. Byron Hemming, influenced by the brilliant James Lowe, grapples with the abstract concept of time's fluidity, only to have his own reality irrevocably altered by a single, devastating mistake. As the consequences of this event unfold, Byron is forced to confront the fragility of order and the possibility that even the most predictable aspects of life can be thrown into chaos. This poignant novel explores themes of innocence, consequence, and the elusive nature of perfection, questioning whether what is broken can ever truly be mended.
Available Editions
paperback
Random House
Published Jan 1, 2013
369 pages
ISBN: 9780857520661
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Details
First Published
2013
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Perfect by Rachel Joyce.