Margot Bettauer Dembo Livres

This collection features a fresh translation of the author's most compelling and thought-provoking short stories, showcasing their distinctive narrative style. Renowned for works like Transit and The Seventh Cross, the author delves into complex themes and human experiences, inviting readers to explore the depths of emotion and insight within each tale. The stories promise to challenge perspectives and provoke reflection, making this an essential read for fans of literary fiction.

Annie and her friends are enjoying a lazy day by the lake when ominous clouds appear. In the scramble to escape the storm, Annie's cousin Gina goes missing. After a fruitless search in the rain, the teens call the police for help. But as the days pass without a trace of the lost girl, nerves fray, accusations begin to fly, and disturbing information about the relationships Annie holds so dear come to light. If a girl can't trust her best friends, who can she trust?