Will and Testament

In Will and Testament, acclaimed Norwegian novelist Vigdis Hjorth explores the emotional turmoil of Bergljot, who must confront her estranged family when a bitter dispute over their parents' will reopens old wounds. Disinherited along with her sibling, Bergljot sees the conflict as more than just a property dispute, recognizing it as a painful attempt to silence her long-held secret. This lyrical narrative delves into themes of trauma, memory, and the quest for validation in the face of familial betrayal.