The Intimates

The Intimates

by Guy Mankowski (Author)

Synopsis

A clever conceit and a compelling narrative. Edward Stourton, BBC Radio 4
An intricately wrought and enchanting first novel, The Intimates is a measured, literary piece of work as hauntingly evocative of its setting and characters as Marilynne Robinson's Pulitzer prize winner Housekeeping. Abigail Tarttellin
The Intimates believe they are the epitome of glamour. For this group of eclectic friends, life is a playground as they sing, act, and write their way to their dream lifestyles. But not is all as it seems.
Invited to celebrate one evening together, there is a sinister undertone that threatens to expose each of these brilliantly talented failures.
Dark secrets unravel, and ugly truths are revealed as each person desperately tries to hide what s buried beneath the shimmering surface. Each trapped in a pristine image their masks begin to slip and, for some, start to disintegrate in a way that will alter their lives forever.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 208
Publisher: Legend Press
Published: 26 Mar 2011

ISBN 10: 1907756469
ISBN 13: 9781907756467
Book Overview: The Intimates has been selected as a key title for Read Regional 2011.

Media Reviews
A clever conceit and a compelling narrative. * Edward Stourton, BBC Radio 4 *
An intricately wrought and enchanting first novel, The Intimates is a measured, literary piece of work as hauntingly evocative of its setting and characters as Marilynne Robinson's Pulitzer prize winner Housekeeping. * Abigail Tarttellin *
The Intimates manages that all too rare feat of being a deeply psychological character study whilst at the same time playing out as a bonafide page-turner. Excellently paced, insightfully created, and with moments of genuine genius, The Intimates is an opulently written, high concept piece which explores the psychology of human relationships. Mankowski has a timeless style- highly polished and brilliantly evocative. -- Andrew Kirby, author and reviewer for The New York Journal of Books
'From one of the most exciting young authors on the literary scene, this is a fascinating debut novel where love, ambition and jealousy collide. Described as 'the modern Great Gatsby', this is a glamorous read for the train journey to work.' -- Rookie Magazine
'Mankowski's ability to construct and develop his characters is formidable and the execution of this skill adds to the compelling nature of the book. The reader is taken on a journey through a vast array of intensive and moving experiences. Fascinating and compelling, 'The Intimates' is a deep and challenging book.definitely worth a read.'
'An intoxicating story of a dinner party between old friends set in a glamorous, affluent world that seems to be decaying from within. Rich with thoughtful, self-analyzing dialogue, The Intimates is crying out for dramatization.'
Author Bio
Guy was raised on the Isle of Wight before being taught by monks at Ampleforth College, York. After graduating with a Masters from Newcastle University and a Psychology degree from Durham, Guy formed a Dickensian pop band called Alba Nova, releasing one EP. After that he started working as a psychologist at The Royal Hospital in London, writing during any free moment he could get. Guy now works at a psychotherapy clinic in Newcastle. Guy is also the author of Letters from Yelena