Not every romance is about love.

Seven short stories that compose a fragmented novel.

In each chapter, a memory, a piece of the puzzle.

Berenice is a young woman who seems to have it all – money, a busy social life and a great relationship. Illusions created within the psychological prison she finds herself in – and fueled by expectations.

As the fantasies fall apart, she begins to understand that she is trapped in an abusive relationship.

In her debut novel-collection of short stories, Alessandra De Blasi explores heavy themes with sensitivity and precision. Based on stories she has experienced and heard from other women, the author constructs a captivating narrative in which the reader discovers, alongside the protagonist, the illusions created to disguise an abusive relationship.