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Pages
414
Published
2011
Language
English

Synopsis

The Casper family grapples with an uncertain world as each member faces a personal crisis. Jonathan, a paleontologist, searches for an elusive prehistoric squid, while his wife Madeline, an animal behaviorist, observes increasingly aggressive pigeons. Their daughters, Amelia and Thisbe, navigate their own paths as a teenage revolutionary and a devout Christian, respectively. When Jonathan and Madeline decide to separate, the family must confront their deepest fears and the changing landscape of their lives.

About the author

J
Joe Meno

Joe Meno is an American writer whose work often explores themes of memory and identity. His novel, "The Great Perhaps," is a notable example of his unique narrative style.

Characters

Prince JonathanProtagonist
MadelineProtagonist
Lady AmeliaSupporting
ThisbeSupporting
All characters in The Great Perhaps