Divorcing

In Divorcing, a captivating novel returning after decades, author Susan Taubes explores the intricate layers of childhood, marriage, and divorce through the eyes of Sophie Blind, a complex protagonist navigating a rift within her inner and outer worlds. Set against the backdrop of her upbringing in pre-World War II Budapest and her current life in New York, the narrative delves into themes of estrangement from her husband, family, and Jewish identity. With a poignant exploration of personal and relational conflicts, the story raises profound questions about the possibility of healing and the nature of truth in fiction.