Jigsaw

"Jigsaw: An Unsentimental Education" is a semi-autobiographical novel shortlisted for the Booker Prize that explores the tumultuous childhood and adolescence of Billi, a girl growing up across Europe between the two World Wars. Through her journey from her family’s château to diverse schools in England and her connections with influential artists and thinkers, the story vividly captures a lost era. The novel offers a richly detailed and evocative portrait of a bygone time, with themes of education, artistry, and personal growth.