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The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling centers on the sudden death of Barry Fairbrother, a Pagford Parish Council member, leading to a contentious election to fill his seat. Numerous characters vie for the position, each with their own agendas, while the fate of a local methadone clinic and the impoverished estate known as the Fields hangs in the balance, impacting the entire community. This novel includes sensitive content related to addiction, sexual violence, and self-harm.