“I will not be the one it happens to - this is what we all believe, what we must believe to make our way in the world each day. Someone else. Not me. But every once in a while it is you, or someone close enough that it might as well be you. People to whom a terrible thing has never happened trust fate, the notion that what's meant to be will be; the rest of us know better.”
In this novel, the protagonist, Tania, experiences the challenges and rewards of being a political wife. The story delves into her journey from a small town upbringing to the high-stakes world of Washington D.C., as she balances her personal life with the demands of her husband's career. The narrative examines themes of love, ambition, and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of political power. more
Curtis Sittenfeld is an American author renowned for her contemporary fiction. Born in 1975, she has earned acclaim for her insightful exploration of modern life and intricate character development. Her novels frequently examine themes of identity, relationships, and personal development. more
“A Lucignana non abbiamo regine ma fate si, molte.”
“We are all puppets in the hands of Fate, and seldom see the strings that move us.”
“...the story of the city was always a story of disintegration.”