This Animal Body: A Novel

Praised by Kirkus Reviews for its “sublimely complex characters,” this touching tale of transformation is both an exploration of human loneliness and a celebration of the magic that’s possible when we reclaim our ties to the wider natural world.

Frankie Conner has always felt like an ugly duckling—not just because she’s adopted but because she’s shy, oversensitive, and a constant disappointment to her high-achieving family. After getting fired from yet another job, she’s determined to turn t...