The Wound Closest to the Sun

Set across three historical periods—1919 Bavaria, World War II France, and 1960s France—this novel explores themes of memory, regret, and connection through the life of Yann, a semi-retired French journalist and scholar. As Yann navigates his past, he forms an unlikely friendship with Klaus, the son of a German soldier who once saved his life. The story delves into moments of pivotal history, including Yann’s encounters with Resistance fighters and the lasting impact of those events.