Lisey's Story

Main Ideas

• Exploration of grief and loss through the perspective of a widow trying to cope with her husband's death.
• A psychological examination of love and marriage, showing how the past and secrets can impact relationships.
• The concept of dual realities, where fantasy and reality intersect and influence each other.
• The theme of creativity and inspiration, exploring where ideas come from and how they can be both a gift and a curse.
• An exploration of mental illness and its effects on individuals and those around them.
• The role of memory and recollection in shaping identity and understanding the past.