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Good Behaviour is a masterful exploration of Irish aristocratic life, showcasing Molly Keane’s razor-sharp wit and keen understanding of human nature. Set in the early twentieth century, the novel follows the interconnected lives of the St. Charles family as they navigate the intricate social codes and expectations of their world.
Through carefully observed details and darkly comic moments, Keane reveals the hypocrisy and hidden tensions that underpin seemingly perfect households. Her characters are flawed, fascinating, and utterly human—driven by desire, ambition, and the desperate need to maintain appearances. The novel brilliantly captures the claustrophobic atmosphere of provincial Irish society while exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the masks we wear in public life.
Selected as a BBC 2 Between the Covers Book Club pick, this Booker Prize gem remains a timeless portrait of a vanishing world, celebrated for its elegant prose and psychological depth.
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