“Non ero capace di affidarmi a sentimenti veri. Non sapevo farmi trascinare oltre i limiti. Non possedevo quella potenza emotiva che aveva spinto Lila a fare di tutto per godersi quella giornata e quella nottata. Restavo indietro, in attesa. Lei invece si prendeva le cose, le voleva davvero, se ne appassionava, giocava al tutto o niente e non temeva il dispresso, lo scherno, gli sputi, le mazzate.”
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Elena Ferrante is a renowned contemporary Italian novelist, known for her unique narrative style and profound character portrayals. Her works cover a wide range of themes, including family, love, power, and social class. Ferrante's novels have received widespread acclaim both in Italy and around the world, despite the mystery surrounding her true identity. more
“You’re my favourite story. I feel like I’ve known you for a long time.”
“I dreamed of you for so long. I would do anything to be with you. Even this.”
“I have nothing else to lose now—except for you.”
“I felt as if I already knew you, as if you were already mine. Didn’t you feel the same?”
“Er restte haar nu geen andere weg meer, dan die naar huis.”