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L'amica geniale

Pages
336
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

This novel follows the intense, lifelong friendship between two girls growing up in a poor neighborhood in Naples. From childhood through adulthood, their bond is shaped by their individual growth, mutual influence, and the changing world around them. It's a sweeping story of connection, rivalry, and the enduring power of a deep relationship.

About the author

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Elena Ferrante

Elena Ferrante is a pseudonymous Italian novelist. Ferrante's books, originally published in Italian, have been translated into many languages. Her four-book series of Neapolitan Novels are her most widely known works.

Characters

Lila CerulloProtagonist
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Frequently asked questions

  • Is this book part of a larger series?

    This novel is the first volume of a four-part series known as the Neapolitan Novels, which the author considers to be a single, continuous story published in segments.

  • Is there a screen adaptation of this story?

    The entire four-book series has been adapted into a television drama series produced by HBO and RAI, which spans four seasons.

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