Everything you need to understand or teach The Catch by Alison Fairbrother.
In Alison Fairbrother's novel The Catch, after first person narrator Ellie's father Jim dies, Ellie is thrown into an unexpected investigation into Jim's enigmatic past. Though she once believed she was the closest person to Jim and understood him more than anyone, the more she speaks with her mothers and Jim's lovers and friends, the less she understands. In turn, Ellie feels increasingly estranged from herself. Throughout the novel, her grieving process leads Ellie on a journey towards self-discovery. The novel explores themes including grief, love, and power.
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