Pig

A simple tale told against a background of urban decay and moral squalor. This book sees 15-year-old Danny determined to look after his grandparent's ancient sow, following his grandfather's death and his grandmother's removal to a home.


Genre: Literary Fiction

"Beautifully evoked ... Cowan writes with a deceptive simplicity." - Amanda Craig

"A first novel of extraordinary poise and accomplishment, treating a boy's coming of age... with... delicacy and lyricism." - Michael Dibdin