First published 2000
In a bustling city, Jean grapples with the emptiness of his existence. Trapped in a soul-crushing job, he finds solace in the company of his lover, Yvette. But as their relationship unravels, Jean is forced to confront the harsh realities of a world that seems to offer no meaning or purpose. Spiraling into existential crisis, he must navigate the absurdities of modern life and find a way to forge his own path, even as the weight of societal expectations threatens to consume him.
Genres: literary-fiction, 20th-century, contemporary
Vibes: dark, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: existential-journey, social-commentary
Setting: City
Period: 20th Century
416 pages · Paperback · Penguin Classic