?? A timely and topical literary novel from the bestselling author of A Summer Bird-Cage, The Millstone, The Red Queen and most recently The Sea Lady ?? Margaret Drabble's highly anticipated novel, six years in the making, is her first book with Text Publishing ?? The Pure Gold Baby is laced with social and political commentary but at its heart is a story of motherhood, its doubts and triumphs ?? This imaginatively structured novel is told from the perspective of a friend of Jess, the main character. The narrator speaks on behalf of Jess's cohort with both insight and intelligence. ?? Through the special needs of Jess's daughter Anna, the pure gold baby, the book reflects on how society looks after people who cannot look after themselves. ?? A literary and thought-provoking novel, The Pure Gold Baby will be perfect for book clubs and discussion groups.