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...