Still Life by Joy Fielding

This excerpt originates from Joy Fielding's novel, "Still Life," as indicated by the title page and acknowledgments. The narrative centers on Casey Marshall, who is left in a coma after a hit-and-run accident. Through her internal monologue, the story explores Casey's thoughts, memories, and her perception of conversations happening around her, gradually revealing that the "accident" was likely a murder attempt orchestrated by her husband, Warren. Interspersed throughout the main plot are glimpses of other novels by Fielding, such as "Mad River Road" and "Puppet," providing a broader context of the author's work. The text details Casey's struggle for recovery, her family's dynamics, particularly with her sister Drew, and the sinister intentions of those around her.