Ribbons, Domenico Starnoone

Translation: Amani Fawzi Habbashidar Publication: Al-Karma*** This novel won the Bridge Book Award for Best Novel 2015 List of best books of the year for The Sunday Times List of best books of the year for Kirkus Review magazine List of distinguished books of the year in The New York Times newspaper classification. Vanda and Aldo's marital relationship, like many similar relationships, was subjected to trials, erosion, and the heaviness of routine, yet it remained intact — as it might seem at first glance. But a crack appeared long ago, and over time, the relationship became like a cracked vessel that could break at the slightest touch, and perhaps has already shattered even if no one admits it. An enchanting and shocking novel about love, family, and the inevitable consequences of our actions, translated by: Amani Fawzi Habbashidar with skill and ease, to be the first work of Domenico Starnone, one of Italy's most important writers today — published in Arabic.