35 pages • 1 hour read
Martyna MajokCost of Living
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2016A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Cost of Living by Martyna Majok explores the lives of two pairs of characters: Eddie and Ani, a separated couple reuniting after Ani's accident leaves her disabled, and Jess and John, navigating their complex relationship as caretaker and cerebral palsy-affected employer. Both pairs grapple with trust, vulnerability, and the high emotional and financial costs of survival, ultimately seeking connection despite their differences and individual struggles. Discussions of disability and instances of offensive language appear in the play.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Martyna Majok's Cost of Living has received acclaim for its raw and impactful exploration of disability and human connection. Positive feedback highlights its powerful performances and nuanced character development. Criticisms mention a sometimes fragmented narrative and the play's emotional heaviness. Overall, it’s lauded for its honest and compelling storytelling.
Who Should Read Cost of Living?
Readers who appreciate nuanced, character-driven narratives about personal struggle and resilience will enjoy Cost of Living by Martyna Majok. This play is ideal for fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon and Next to Normal by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt, both of which explore themes of disability and emotional complexity.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Play: Drama
Drama / Tragedy
Relationships
Disability
Poverty
Relationships: Friendship
Emotions/Behavior: Loneliness
Identity: Disability