Ties

"The Bridge Book Award" for Best Novel 2015
Best Books of the Year – The Sunday Times
Best Books of the Year – Kirkus Review
Notable Books of the Year – The New York Times
"An extraordinary achievement" – The Sunday Times
"Ties is a puzzle; an architectural, cunningly constructed novel" – The New Yorker
"A masterful study of the passage of time" – National Post
"A taut tale of domestic carnage" – The Times Literary Supplement

Synopsis
Vanda and Aldo's marriage, like many similar relationships, has been subjected to trials, erosion, and the weight of routine. Despite this, it has remained intact – or so it might seem at first glance. But a rift appeared long ago, and over time the relationship has come to resemble a cracked vessel that could shatter at the slightest touch. And perhaps it has already shattered, even if no one admits it.
"Ties" is a captivating and shocking novel about love, family, and the inevitable consequences of our actions. It was skillfully and smoothly translated by Amani Fawzy Habashi, making it the first work by Domenico Starnone – one of Italy's most important contemporary writers – to be published in Arabic.