Topics of Conversation: Miranda Popkey’s debut novel is a fragmented narrative that unfolds through a series of conversations over two decades, capturing the experiences of an unnamed female narrator. The novel explores themes of desire, power, and female identity, as the narrator reflects on her relationships, sexual experiences, and the choices that have shaped her life.
Through these intimate and often raw conversations, the novel delves into the complexities of womanhood, the dynamics of power in relationships, and the ways in which women’s lives are shaped by the expectations and judgments of society. The prose is spare and introspective, offering a deep exploration of the narrator’s psyche.
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