The Wasp Factory

Brief Overview

The Wasp Factory is a dark and shocking novel that tells the story of sixteen-year-old Frank Cauldhame, who lives on a remote Scottish island. Frank leads a strange and isolated life with his father, who harbors many secrets. The protagonist engages in brutal rituals and animal killings, and recalls three murders he committed in childhood. The plot unfolds against the backdrop of his brother Eric's return from a psychiatric hospital, leading to the revelation of family secrets and the shocking truth about Frank himself.