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Monkey Grip
Book • 2024
Helen Garner's "Monkey Grip" is a semi-autobiographical novel that delves into the complexities of a relationship between the narrator and a charismatic but unreliable man.
The novel explores themes of love, addiction, and the challenges of navigating personal relationships.
Set against the backdrop of 1970s Melbourne, the story captures the atmosphere of the era and the social and political climate.
Garner's writing style is known for its honesty and directness, creating a raw and intimate portrayal of the characters' lives.
The novel's exploration of female experience and the complexities of relationships has resonated with readers for decades.
The novel explores themes of love, addiction, and the challenges of navigating personal relationships.
Set against the backdrop of 1970s Melbourne, the story captures the atmosphere of the era and the social and political climate.
Garner's writing style is known for its honesty and directness, creating a raw and intimate portrayal of the characters' lives.
The novel's exploration of female experience and the complexities of relationships has resonated with readers for decades.
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Mentioned in 1 episodes
Mentioned as the subject of the podcast episode, highlighting her literary career and recent publication of her diaries.
The savage suburbia of Helen Garner: ‘I wanted to dong Martin Amis with a bat’
Mentioned by Claire Loudon in the discussion of Helen Garner's works.
Days to Remember
Mentioned by Michael Williams in reference to the film adaptation of her novel, in which 
Noni Hazlehurst starred.
Noni Hazlehurst starred.
Read This: Noni Hazlehurst Is Being Herself
