Description
In a remote Norwegian town, a single mother and her young son find themselves isolated as winter descends. As the long night unfolds, the fragile bond between Vibeke and Jon is tested by unspoken tensions and the chilling atmosphere of their new surroundings. This spare and precise novel masterfully explores the complexities of maternal love, the vulnerability of childhood, and the quiet dread that can permeate ordinary lives. Ørstavik's luminous prose captures the stark beauty of the landscape while delving into the profound depths of human connection and the potential for betrayal.
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paperback
Archipelago
Published Feb 13, 2018
130 pages
ISBN: 9780914671947
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First Published
2018
Language
nor
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