Katherine Carlyle by Rupert Thomson

Set against the backdrop of a world teetering on the edge of chaos, this novel follows the journey of a young woman who embarks on a quest for identity and meaning after the death of her mother. Conceived through IVF and feeling disconnected from her origins, she leaves her life in London behind to travel across Europe, guided by cryptic messages and her own intuition. As she navigates through the icy landscapes of Norway and the bustling streets of Berlin, she encounters a series of enigmatic characters, each offering clues to her past and insights into her soul. Her odyssey becomes a profound exploration of loss, love, and the intricate threads that bind us to our beginnings.

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