We are all made of glue by Marina Lewycka

Marina Lewycka’s novel, "We Are All Made of Glue," centers on the protagonist Georgie Sinclair, a woman navigating a difficult separation from her husband, Rip, while caring for her son, Ben. The narrative traces her growing friendship with Mrs. Shapiro, an eccentric and aging neighbor living in a dilapidated house filled with cats and history. As Georgie becomes more involved in Mrs. Shapiro's life, she must protect the old lady from predatory estate agents and social workers who wish to force her into residential care. The story intricately weaves together personal domestic struggles with broader historical themes, including the Holocaust and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Through Georgie's work for an adhesive trade magazine, the book uses glue as a metaphor for the human bonds that hold society and families together. Ultimately, the text explores how unexpected connections can help individuals heal from trauma and find a sense of belonging.