Daisy Johnson's Man Booker-shortlisted novel, 'Everything Under,' is a mesmerizing and haunting reimagining of the Oedipal myth set against the atmospheric backdrop of the British waterways. Following Gretel, a lexicographer, as she searches for her estranged mother, Sarah, the narrative weaves together past and present, exploring themes of identity, memory, and the powerful, often fraught, bond between parent and child. Johnson's exquisite prose and evocative descriptions create a world where language and landscape intertwine, revealing a dark, unsettling secret that has shaped Gretel's life. This lyrical and complex novel delves deep into the unsettling nature of truth and the stories we tell ourselves to survive, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate literary fiction with a mythological twist.