Birnam Wood: A Novel By Eleanor Catton

In Eleanor Catton's international bestseller, "Birnam Wood," a gripping thriller unfolds in the aftermath of a landslide that isolates the New Zealand town of Thorndike. Enter Birnam Wood, a guerrilla gardening collective seeking solvency by occupying an abandoned farm. However, enigmatic billionaire Robert Lemoine has other plans—he wants the land for his end-times bunker.

The clash between Birnam Wood and Lemoine sets the stage for a psychological thriller, rich in drama and wit. Catton weaves a narrative that transcends genres, drawing inspiration from Shakespearean drama and Austenian wit. As ideals and ideologies collide, trust becomes a scarce commodity, forcing the group to question their alliances.

Birnam Wood's founder, Mira, finds herself entangled with Lemoine, raising questions about his true intentions and the common enemies they might share. The novel explores the complexities of human nature, delving into the intricacies of intentions, actions, and their consequences. Catton's narrative is a mesmerizing exploration of the relentless human impulse to ensure survival, presenting a riveting study of characters navigating the blurred lines between trust and betrayal.

With accolades from The New York Times Book Review, NPR, and a nod from Barack Obama as a Summer Reading Pick, "Birnam Wood" emerges as a savagely satirical and thought-provoking thriller that captures the essence of survival in a world driven by conflicting interests and hidden agendas. 📚❤️