The Living

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Set against the backdrop of a sweltering summer day, the story unfolds through the perspective of Benoît, a teenage brother accompanying his young mother and her children to a remote quarry. As Benoît seeks to entertain his nephews with a gondola ride, a tragic event occurs, exploring the depths of familial emotions that often remain unspoken. Pascale Kramer's prose captures the tension between the innocence of youth and the harsh realities of loss, prompting reflections on life and death amidst the vibrant yet fragile essence of summer.