Hot Milk
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
240
Novel • Fiction
Spain • Contemporary
2016
Adult
18+ years
Hot Milk by Deborah Levy centers on Sofia Papastergiadis, who accompanies her mother, Rose, to Spain to seek a diagnosis for a potentially psychosomatic illness. As Sofia's life is disrupted, she grapples with feelings of control and resentment towards her mother, explores her sexuality, and reconnects with her estranged father. Sensitive topics include mental health struggles and hints of familial abuse.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Emotional
Melancholic
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Hot Milk by Deborah Levy explores themes of identity, illness, and relationships through a rich, introspective narrative. Critics praise Levy's lyrical prose and vivid imagery, but some find the plot meandering and the characters distant. Overall, it's a compelling, thought-provoking read that may not appeal to those seeking straightforward storytelling.
Readers who enjoy psychological insights, complex mother-daughter relationships, and evocative prose will be captivated by Deborah Levy’s Hot Milk. Fans of Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend or Jenny Offill’s Dept. of Speculation will appreciate its exploration of identity and familial bonds.
36,854 ratings
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240
Novel • Fiction
Spain • Contemporary
2016
Adult
18+ years
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