How to Be Human

How to Be Human

✍️ By Paula Cocozza

In How to Be Human, debut novelist Paula Cocozza crafts a compelling narrative that blurs the boundaries between civilization and the wild. Set in a London suburb teeming with urban foxes, the story follows Mary, a woman grappling with the aftermath of a broken relationship and the mundanity of suburban life. Her existence takes an unexpected turn when a charismatic fox begins to visit her garden, sparking an unusual connection that challenges her perceptions of reality and companionship. As Mary's fixation on the fox deepens, the lines between human and animal instincts blur, leading her neighbors to grow increasingly concerned about her unconventional behavior. Cocozza's narrative delves into themes of loneliness, obsession, and the intrinsic human desire to connect, offering readers a thought-provoking exploration of what it truly means to be human.