Imagine Me Gone

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Imagine Me Gone is a 2016 novel by American author Adam Haslett. The story follows Margaret and John, a married couple, as John battles crippling depression. The narrative is told by Margaret and John and their three children, giving multiple viewpoints on the family's journey. The book explores love, duty, and how a family stays connected when one member is struggling. It balances serious moments with humor while focusing on the emotional toll of illness.

Awards and recognition: It won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. It was shortlisted for the Kirkus Prize and the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, and longlisted for the National Book Award.

Reception: Critics praised Haslett's prose. The Guardian's Lara Feigel said the writing feels finely suited to each character. NPR’s Heller McAlpin noted that Haslett blends harrowing moments with humor and keeps a clear focus on the family's feelings.