"The Need" is a novel by Helen Phillips, published in 2019. It's a gripping blend of psychological thriller and speculative fiction that explores themes of motherhood, identity, and the tension between the domestic and the uncanny. The story follows Molly, a paleobotanist and mother of two young children, who finds herself facing a series of increasingly surreal and unsettling events that blur the lines between reality and imagination. As she grapples with the inexplicable occurrences in her home, Molly is forced to confront her deepest fears and desires, ultimately leading her to question the very nature of existence. "The Need" is praised for its taut prose, atmospheric tension, and thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche.
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