Natasha Brown

Universality

Natasha Brown's novellas succinctly explore significant topics in contemporary British society, with Assembly focusing on the intersection of racism and misogyny, while Universality predominantly focuses on classism and the broader socio-political climate. 

Late at night on a Yorkshire farm, amid an illegal rave, a man is brutally bludgeoned with a solid gold bar. Hannah, a struggling freelance journalist, is tasked with discovering the motive behind the attack, uncovering an entwined web consisting of an amoral banker, an iconoclastic columnist, and a radical anarchist movement. The mystery and exposé are only the superficial elements, however, as the remaining sections delve into the repercussions of the ‘A Fool’s Gold’ article, examining how those involved were affected and ultimately victimised themselves. Through a nuanced approach, Natasha navigates topics of capitalism, privilege, and meritocracy, offering perspectives from different sectors of the political spectrum to emphasise contemporary socio-economic discourse in Britain. She compactly articulates how words are weapons and hold immense power; they are impactful when shaping public perception, easily manipulated and sensationalised. 

Utilising pretentious characters and ambiguous discussions on current affairs, Natasha has contrived a satirical social commentary dissecting the hierarchical system, media narratives, and cultural rhetoric. It is concise and witty, focusing on the power of language through a voyeuristic lens that perfectly encapsulates modern Britain.

Eleanor 

Natasha Brown's novellas succinctly explore significant topics in contemporary British society, with Assembly focusing on the intersection of racism and misogyny, while Universality predominantly focuses on classism and the broader socio-political climate. 

Late at night on a Yorkshire farm, amid an illegal rave, a man is brutally bludgeoned with a solid gold bar. Hannah, a struggling freelance journalist, is tasked with discovering the motive behind the attack, uncovering an entwined web consisting of an amoral banker, an iconoclastic columnist, and a radical anarchist movement. The mystery and exposé are only the superficial elements, however, as the remaining sections delve into the repercussions of the ‘A Fool’s Gold’ article, examining how those involved were affected and ultimately victimised themselves. Through a nuanced approach, Natasha navigates topics of capitalism, privilege, and meritocracy, offering perspectives from different sectors of the political spectrum to emphasise contemporary socio-economic discourse in Britain. She compactly articulates how words are weapons and hold immense power; they are impactful when shaping public perception, easily manipulated and sensationalised. 

Utilising pretentious characters and ambiguous discussions on current affairs, Natasha has contrived a satirical social commentary dissecting the hierarchical system, media narratives, and cultural rhetoric. It is concise and witty, focusing on the power of language through a voyeuristic lens that perfectly encapsulates modern Britain.

Universality

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