Family Secrets in Miranda Cowley Heller’s The Paper Palace-Podcast

This analysis delves into Miranda Cowley Heller’s acclaimed novel The Paper Palace, a compelling work of contemporary English fiction that intricately explores themes of love, family trauma, sexuality, and the complexity of choice. Set over a pivotal 24-hour period, the novel juxtaposes past and present to reveal the emotional legacy of a life-altering decision. Through rich language and stylistic nuance, The Paper Palace offers a profound character study of Elle, a woman caught between her devoted husband and her childhood love, against the backdrop of a family summer home steeped in secrets. This discussion draws on critical reviews, author interviews, and literary analysis to provide a multifaceted perspective on the novel’s narrative structure, thematic depth, and its place within modern literary fiction.