Gone to the Forest

In "Gone to the Forest" by Katie Kitamura, a family's fragile dynamic unravels on a struggling farm in a colonial country on the verge of civil war. Following the death of his mother, Tom navigates a tense existence under his father's harsh control. The arrival of a young woman named Carine ignites escalating conflicts between father and son, driving the story into realms of family drama and political upheaval. This gripping saga showcases Kitamura's bold prose and storytelling prowess, further establishing her as a major literary talent.