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Kind Are Her Answers

A Virago Modern Classic

Mary Renault author Sarah Dunant editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group

Published:2nd Oct '14

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In Kind Are Her Answers, a doctor grapples with love and infidelity as he navigates a passionate affair that challenges his values and relationships.

First published in 1940, Kind Are Her Answers is a compelling exploration of love, infidelity, and self-discovery. The story follows Kit Anderson, a doctor trapped in a loveless marriage with Janet, a beautiful yet self-absorbed woman. As their relationship deteriorates, Kit finds solace in his medical career, but a chance encounter changes everything. When he meets Christie, a warm and lively caregiver, he is drawn to her in a way that reignites his passion for life and love. Christie represents everything that is missing in Kit's life, and their connection becomes both exhilarating and complicated.

As the affair unfolds, Kind Are Her Answers delves into the complexities of human relationships and the moral dilemmas that accompany them. Kit must confront his feelings for both women and consider the consequences of his actions. The novel raises poignant questions about desire, responsibility, and the true nature of love. Can Kit maintain the secrecy of his affair, and what will be the ultimate cost of his choices?

Mary Renault's masterful storytelling and rich character development shine throughout the narrative, making Kind Are Her Answers a timeless tale of emotional struggle and the quest for fulfillment. This bold novel not only showcases Renault's literary prowess but also cements her status as one of the most influential writers of the twentieth century.

Undeniably charming . . . has an enormous nostalgic attractiveness * New Yorker *

ISBN: 9781844089543

Dimensions: 197mm x 128mm x 20mm

Weight: 220g

304 pages