An unnamed woman in an unnamed Italian city moves through her days -- her apartment, the piazza, her colleagues, her dead parents -- and the novel attends to each with the patience of someone learning a new language.
Who This Is For
Best for readers who want their assumptions challenged: books that raise questions without easy answers. The writing rewards attention without being demanding, a good balance of depth and readability. It takes its time, and that's the point. Patience is rewarded. If you want clear answers and a satisfying resolution, look elsewhere.
Best Read When
Best read when you're in the mood for something challenging and thought-provoking, and a read that's slow and deeply immersive.
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