For those of you who don't know, Madeleine Wickham is the real name of Sophie Kinsella (of "Shopoholic" fame). Before she was published under Sophie Kinsella she had written several books as Madeleine Wickham. Be warned! They are of quite a different style, which of course is one of the reasons they are published under a different name. As a side note, one thing I find funny about this is I had commented to people Sophie Kinsella was an author who you could watch maturing in writing style with each bit. Since "discovering" Madeleine Wickham it is worth noting that I didn't get this feel in her books.
"Swimming Pool Sunday" is the story of a village torn apart by an accident. An accident caused by someone wanting to help others. It is also the story of the emotions and effects of a couple going through a divorce and their children. Lawyers involvement and personal feelings further complicate the issue. Different people have different loyalties to all of the parties involved. Other issues concerned are the power, and otherwise, of litigation, grief and a child with special needs. It deals with the guilt of motherhood and the always present thoughts of "what if". It is a story that shows no-one is perfect and reminds us all that nothing is black and white and to always look at the shades of grey.
I really enjoyed this book! I managed to buy three at the same time and I am very much looking forward to reading the others.
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