Fiona Mozley
4/5 stars
Daniel lives with his father (Daddy) and sister (Cathy) in Elmet, in rural Yorkshire. They have recently moved there, built themselves a small home, and are living a self-sufficient existence. The actual owner of the land begins to cause problems, leading to a catastrophic event.
This story of family and relationships is narrated by Daniel after the event, and his voice is realistic. The characters are believable, their motives understandable. Mozley's prose is often poetic, always atmospheric, and generally engaging. Though I didn't actually enjoy Elmet, I must say that it is an intense and well-written novel.
