Jessica Grose Knihy

Jak daleko může dojít touha po „duchovním probuzení“? Je centrum mistra Jóniho příslibem pro všechny, kteří chtějí uniknout z prázdnoty moderního světa, nebo nebezpečnou sektou s temnými rituály? Když se právnička Dana dozví, že jejího bývalého manžela s milenkou našli nedaleko centra mrtvé, je nucena znovu zkoumat své manželství a ptát se, kým její milovaný Ethan vlastně byl. Egocentrickým intelektuálem, jenž padl do spárů falešných guruů, nebo „probuzeným“ člověkem, kterého nedokázala pochopit kvůli své pragmatičnosti a povrchnosti? Čtivý román o lásce, smrti a józe nepostrádá ironii a zároveň klade znepokojivé otázky o povaze a významu duchovních společenství.

The book critically examines the challenges and pressures faced by modern American mothers, highlighting the societal expectations and systemic issues that contribute to their struggles. Through personal narratives and research, it calls attention to the urgent need for change in how motherhood is perceived and supported in society. The author aims to spark a conversation about the realities of motherhood and advocate for a more equitable approach to parenting.

Jessica Grose delivers a clever, timely novel that explores marriage, infidelity, and the complexities of spirituality through a satirical lens. The story follows Dana, a scorned ex-wife, as she grapples with her husband Ethan's mysterious death at a yoga retreat two years after their divorce. Having moved on with her career and personal life, Dana is shocked to see Ethan's photo on the front page of the New York Post, linked to a murder-suicide narrative that paints him as a killer. This revelation forces Dana to confront her unresolved feelings about Ethan and their past together. Determined to uncover the truth behind his death, she delves into his life, revisiting the last years of their marriage. As she sifts through clues, Dana realizes that both her relationship with Ethan and the circumstances surrounding his demise were far more complex than she ever understood. This novel is a gripping mystery that critiques the feel-good spiritual culture while offering a nuanced examination of contemporary relationships. With sharp observations and a blend of humor and tension, Grose crafts a story that resonates with anyone questioning the depths of love and the quest for inner peace.