Us vs the World

A narrative about community, conflict, and finding common ground.

For readers interested in human connection and social dynamics.

About the Ebook

Why is Mum crying? Why is she up so early? 
Why isn't Dad looking after her?

Something unusual is happening in an Edinburgh bungalow, and at the heart of it are Jude and Sam Redpath, a mother and son forced to confront both their grief and their darkest secrets. Still reeling from a doping scandal that shocked the athletic world and with a baby on the way, Jude knows she must keep her family safe, no matter the sacrifice.

But what does that mean she should do? Child's third novel is a truly unique tale of grief and desperation. Us vs the World questions not only the nature of the digital world and the strength of family bonds but how far you would really go for what - and who - you love?

Review

A powerful novel about growing up, family, and the mistakes which irrevocably change our lives. Poignant and deeply affecting. ROSS SAYERS, author of Daisy on the Outer Line

Why You'll Love This Ebook

• Exploration of what divides us and what could unite us.
• Tackles tribalism and the possibility of understanding.
• Published by Luath Press, Scotland's leading independent publisher.
• A story about breaking down walls between communities.

About the Author

Catriona Child was born in 1980 in Dundee. Hailed as 'one of the brightest prospects among a thriving breed of fresh Scottish writing talent', she has a degree in English from the University of Aberdeen and an MA with Distinction in Creative Writing from Lancaster University. Her debut novel, Trackman, was published in 2012 and was described by The Herald as 'having all the makings of a cult hit'. Her second novel Swim Until You Can't See Land, was published in 2014. She has been published in The Sunday Herald, the 404 Ink Earth literary magazine, Northwords Now and in the Scottish Book Trust Family Legends anthology. She lives just outside Edinburgh with her husband Allan and their two children, Corrie and Alasdair.

Publication Details

Publisher: Luath Press

Publication Date: 16 December 2021

Print Length: 286 pages (Ebook edition)

ISBN (Ebook): 9781804250051

Format: Ebook

Language: English

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