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In Hood, Emma Donoghue tells the quiet yet compelling story of a woman whose life is upended by the sudden death of her partner. Set against the backdrop of Dublin, the novel examines the deep bonds of sisterhood, the nuances of lesbian relationships, and the painful process of mourning. Through a careful, restrained narrative, Donoghue reveals how love can shape and transform us—even after loss.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Lesbian Fiction
Authors: Emma Donoghue
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