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How To Be Eaten: A Novel,New
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One of NPR's Best Books of the Year: This darkly funny and provocative novel reimagines classic fairy tale characters as modern women in a support group for trauma.In presentday New York City, five women meet in a basement support group to process their traumas. Bernice grapples with the fallout of dating a psychopathic, bluebearded billionaire. Ruby, once devoured by a wolf, now wears him as a coat. Gretel questions her memory of being held captive in a house made of candy. Ashlee, the winner of a Bacheloresque dating show, wonders if she really got her promised fairy tale ending. And Raina's love story will shock them all.Though the women start out wary of one another, judging each others stories, gradually they begin to realize that they may have more in common than they supposed . . . What really brought them here? What secrets will they reveal? And is it too late for them to rescue each other?Dark, edgy, and wickedly funny, this debut for readers of Carmen Maria Machado, Kristen Arnett, and Kelly Link takes our coziest, most beloved childhood stories, exposes them as antifeminist nightmares, and transforms them into a new kind of myth for grownup women.*Belletrist June Book Club Pick*Named a Best Book of May by TIME Magazine & Glamour One of NPRs Best Books of the Year
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'How to Be Eaten: A Novel'? A: 'How to Be Eaten' explores themes of trauma, identity, and female empowerment through the lens of reimagined fairy tale characters in a modern support group setting.
- Q: Who is the author of 'How to Be Eaten'? A: The author of 'How to Be Eaten' is Maria Adelmann.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: 'How to Be Eaten' falls under the genre of Women's Fiction.
- Q: How many pages are in 'How to Be Eaten'? A: The novel contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: When was 'How to Be Eaten' published? A: 'How to Be Eaten' was published on July 25, 2023.
- Q: What type of binding does 'How to Be Eaten' have? A: 'How to Be Eaten' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'How to Be Eaten' suitable for readers who enjoy dark humor? A: Yes, the novel is described as darkly funny and provocative, making it suitable for readers who appreciate dark humor.
- Q: Are there any notable accolades for 'How to Be Eaten'? A: 'How to Be Eaten' was named a Best Book of May by TIME Magazine and Glamour, and it is also one of NPR's Best Books of the Year.
- Q: What makes 'How to Be Eaten' unique compared to other novels? A: The novel uniquely reimagines classic fairy tale characters as modern women dealing with trauma, offering a fresh take on familiar stories.
- Q: Is there any content related to feminism in 'How to Be Eaten'? A: Yes, the book critiques anti-feminist narratives present in traditional fairy tales, transforming them into new myths for contemporary women.