England is in a state
Amanda Craig’s new novel offers a snapshot of a society reeling from insecurity and division
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George Monaghan
George Monaghan is a junior commissioning editor at the New Statesman. His weekly Substack is Peaceable Land. Agents and publishers may enquire about his first two novels, which concern "doubtful joy" and have been praised for their "fresh, urgent and intelligent" writing. He says yes to every radio request. george.monaghan@newstatesman.co.uk
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