14/08/2026
Our Book of the Month is Gaining Ground, first published in 1978 and now being republished by Faber Books
It tells the story of Abra, a woman who leaves her husband and children to live alone in the Canadian wilderness. She forgoes mirrors, clocks, and modern comforts, adapting instead to nature’s rhythms. Her solitude is disrupted when her daughter arrives, forcing her to confront the past. Feminist and reflective, the novel explores isolation, self-discovery, and the right to live life on one’s own terms. Though rooted in the seventies, it feels strikingly relevant today-a quietly powerful read that lingers with you.
