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Great story that gives you pause.
The Names is Florence Knapp's debut novel, a "what if" story that follows three alternate timelines for a family, determined by the name a mother, Cora, chooses for her newborn son in 1987. The narrative explores themes of domestic abuse, family, identity, and choice, as the son is named Gordon (after his abusive father), Julian (Cora's choice), or Bear (his sister's suggestion). The book spans 35 years, showing how each name profoundly impacts the lives of the son, his mother, and his sister.