The Body Builders

The Body Builders by Albertine Clarke is a mesmerizing debut that explores the fragile boundaries between bodies and minds through the story of Ada, a solitary woman whose life gradually unfolds into surreal and speculative realms. As Ada forms a mysterious connection with a man at her local pool and embarks on a remote Greek holiday, her perception of reality transforms, raising profound questions about identity, relationships, and existence. Clarke’s precise and subtle writing invites listeners into a deeply interior experience that challenges the way we perceive ourselves and the world around us.