The Elephant in the Room | General Fiction

Maya Fowler

A story of secrets, warped friendships and addiction, and how families guard their secrets to keep up appearances – with disastrous consequences.

Set in Kalk Bay, the Overberg and Plumstead, the story explores the life of a young girl called Lily, and the influence various strong characters have on her – most notably her domineering grandmother and her classmate Vera.

Fascinating and harrowing, this story examines a world that is all too familiar, and shows how those most dear to us can help to create a waking nightmare.