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Elmet by Fiona Mozley follows Daniel Smythe's recollections of growing up in rural Yorkshire with his sister, Cathy, and their father, John "Daddy" Smythe, in a house they built in the woods. The family faces threats from a corrupt landowner, Mr. Price, who seeks to evict them. Ultimately, family bonds and violent encounters shape a story of resilience and loss in the face of societal and personal oppression. This book contains sensitive topics including physical assault, sexual violence, and torture.