The Homecoming

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An internationally bestselling, award-winning novel delves into the passions, losses, and dreams of the wife of eighteenth-century explorer Captain James Cook. After twelve years of marriage, Elizabeth has yet to spend a full year with her husband. In their Thames home, she navigates the life of a society wife, but her strength goes beyond appearances. She manages the household, raises their children, and faces profound sorrow alone, often reveling in her independence. As she anticipates James's return and prepares to read and edit his extensive journals, she wonders if her private life will distract her from supporting his grand ambitions. Can James show the compassion she needs as their family confronts unimaginable loss, or will she endure life alone while he embarks on yet another adventure? This intimate and sharply observed narrative is as revealing as Cook's explorations and as rewarding as Elizabeth's dedication to her family. With courage and insight, Anna Enquist masterfully portrays Elizabeth's life, crafting a psychological portrait of a woman ahead of her time and deeply connected to history.