Pick the Lock

The story follows Jane, who lives in a Victorian mansion with her younger brother and deceitful father while her mother travels the world. With the assistance of quirky characters like Aunt Finch and Milorad the gardener, Jane's life takes a surreal turn when she discovers a lifetime of security-camera footage. This revelation sparks her bizarre journey to reconnect with her mother, leading her to break free from her confines and create a punk opera. A.S. King's narrative blends the surreal with themes of family and self-discovery.