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THE LIFE IMPOSSIBLE

by Matt Haig

A grieving teacher inherits a cottage in Ibiza from a woman she barely knew — and discovers magic.

A retired math teacher who inherits a run-down house on a Mediterranean island from a friend goes in search of answers.

For10+GenreFictionLength336 pagesRead time~9 hours

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Violence

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No violence

Language

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No profanity

Sexual Content

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No sexual content

Substance Use

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No substance use

Emotional Intensity

Barely any

Themes of grief, second chances, and the mystery of existence

What this book is about

Haig's 2024 novel follows Grace, a retired math teacher who inherits a cottage in Ibiza and discovers supernatural mysteries. Warm, gentle, and appropriate for adults seeking comfort fiction.

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