My Brother

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My Brother by Karin Smirnoff is a poignant tale set in rural Sweden, where a woman returns to her hometown to reconnect with her estranged twin brother. As she delves into the complexities of family secrets and personal traumas, the narrative unfolds against a backdrop of hauntingly beautiful landscapes. The story explores themes of identity, reconciliation, and the enduring bond between siblings.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate compelling narratives that delve into family dynamics and explore complex emotions. Set in a remote Swedish village, it offers a raw and intense portrayal of life, identity, and the bonds between siblings. The author's lyrical prose and ability to capture the stark beauty of the Scandinavian landscape make for a powerful reading experience.

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My Brother

A literary noir of phenomenal power about the magnetic attraction of the wrong person, the brutality visited upon one human to another - and a rural community that stood by and did nothing.

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My Brother by Karin Smirnoff follows Jana Kippo as she returns to Smalanger to see her twin brother, Bror, who is still living in the small family farmhouse in the remote north of Sweden.

Within this isolated community, secrets and lies have grown silently, undisturbed for years. Following the discovery of a young woman's body in the long grass behind the sawmill, the siblings, hooked by a childhood steeped in darkness, need to break free.

But the truth cannot be found in other people's stories. The question isβ€”can it be found anywhere?

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My Brother by Karin Smirnoff is described as a captivating and intense read that is difficult to put down. It resonates well with fans of Scandi-noir dramas and is noted for its melodramatic power, comparable to works like Ferrante’s well-known saga. The book has gained attention as a media sensation and is highly recommended as a worthwhile read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782276708

Publisher: Pushkin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Press

Contributors:

  • Translated by Anna Paterson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Karin Smirnoff lives in Hertsanger, Sweden. She worked as a journalist before quitting her job to buy a wood factory. After a couple of years, she wrote her debut novel, My Brother, which was discovered on the slush pile. It became a critically acclaimed bestseller and has since been shortlisted for the prestigious August Prize, translated into eleven languages, and optioned for TV by the producers behind The Bridge.

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