**A Dutiful Daughter by Thomas Keneally - Preloved Literary Fiction** Thomas Keneally serves up a darkly comic gem about family dysfunction that'll make your own relatives seem positively angelic. This razor-sharp novel follows Barbara Glover, whose dedication to her demanding elderly parents becomes an increasingly absurd prison of guilt and obligation. Keneally (yes, the Booker Prize winner behind *Schindler's List*) crafts a brilliantly uncomfortable exploration of duty, sacrifice, and the suffocating weight of expectations. Barbara's journey from devoted daughter to reluctant rebel is both hilarious and heartbreaking - perfect for anyone who's ever felt trapped by family loyalty or wondered if being "good" is worth the personal cost. Ideal for readers of literary fiction who appreciate Australian authors, dark humor enthusiasts, and anyone navigating complex family relationships. This preloved copy from Patina Paperbacks brings you quality storytelling without the new-book price tag. *"Keneally captures family dynamics with surgical precision - funny, brutal, and painfully real."* *"Couldn't put it down. Barbara's struggle felt so authentic I wanted to stage an intervention!"*
