Nelly Channell

By Sarah Doudney

Book Overview

Nelly Channell is a novel that revolves around the lives of a family, focusing on a character who returns to her childhood home only to find it changed by new residents, including a cousin and the cousin's baby. The narrative delves into themes of family dynamics, social challenges, and personal struggles, particularly in the context of love and moral dilemmas. The opening introduces a bleak November day as the protagonist reflects on her return to the family home and the changes within it. As she confronts her feelings about her cousin, who has become a mother and is entangled in distress due to her husband's actions, internal conflicts about the past and the future take shape. The atmosphere is heavy with nostalgia and resistance as the protagonist grapples with the presence of the baby and the implications of familial duty. Through vivid descriptions and emotional undercurrents, the beginning sets the stage for the protagonist's journey of self-discovery amid the complexities of family and societal expectations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371463147
• ISBN13: 9789371463140
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"