"I <3 realism that feels like surrealism. Carver’s sparse prose creates a sense of ambiguity, blurring the lines between the ordinary and the strange. By leaving much unsaid, his minimalist approach invites readers to search for meaning in the silences, deepening the stories� surreal and often heartbreaking quality."

"A masterclass in surrender/control (how different are they, really?)—to/over language, memory, and confession itself. From the first page, Ernaux makes it clear she’s in charge this time—delivering a precise telling of desire and self-deception. It’s a stunning, brutally honest meditation on passion, loss, and the luxury of it all. Wowza."