{"product_id":"9781848427402","title":"Leave Taking","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeave Taking\u003c\/strong\u003e is a poignant exploration of identity, grief, and the complexities of the human experience, penned by the acclaimed author Winsome Pinnock. Set against the backdrop of North London, the narrative follows the intertwined lives of two women, Del and Viv, as they grapple with their own personal struggles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDel and Viv are not just friends; they are sisters in spirit, navigating the turbulent waters of their emotional landscapes. As they confront the realities of illness—both physical and mental—they seek solace and understanding in the depths of their black womanhood. Their journey is marked by moments of vulnerability, resilience, and a quest for self-acceptance. Through their eyes, readers are drawn into a world that is both familiar and painfully raw, as they engage with themes of community, love, and the search for healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The struggle for self-definition against societal expectations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The importance of relationships and support systems among women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The exploration of both physical and emotional recovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    “Pinnock's writing is a tender revelation, capturing the essence of what it means to be human.”\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of works such as \u003cstrong\u003eGirl, Woman, Other\u003c\/strong\u003e by Bernardine Evaristo or \u003cstrong\u003eThe Vanishing Half\u003c\/strong\u003e by Brit Bennett will find \u003cstrong\u003eLeave Taking\u003c\/strong\u003e a resonant addition to their reading list, offering a unique perspective on the intricacies of womanhood and the journey toward healing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick Hern Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52951400251724,"sku":"9781848427402","price":197.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781848427402_front.webp?v=1765303074","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-no\/products\/9781848427402","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}