Capital

The ordinary street of Pepys Road in London has witnessed its fair share of first steps, last breaths, and moments of joy among its residents. However, a mysterious postcard is causing unease among the street's inhabitants, including a wealthy banker and his shopaholic wife, a talented soccer player from Senegal, owners of Pakistani shops, an elderly woman on her deathbed, and her son who is an artist. As events unfold in John Lanchester's Capital, a thought-provoking and compelling novel, it becomes clear that someone wants something from each of these individuals. Who is behind this scheme and what is their true intention? Join Lanchester in this elegant and cleverly written novel as he portrays the anxieties of our time - fluctuating property values, dwindling fortunes, and the fear of a potential terrorist lurking around the corner - through a memorable and diverse cast of characters.