Marlene A Novel
Marlene A Novel by Philippe Djian, published by Other Press, LLC on September 8, 2020, is a psychological drama that delves into the complexities of friendship and the challenges of reintegration into civilian life. This edition spans 208 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows two veterans, Dan and Richard, as they navigate their return to a quiet garrison town after combat, where their contrasting approaches to normalcy reveal underlying tensions and truths.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of domestic life and the psychological strains that accompany it. As Dan adheres to a strict routine to combat the stigma of being a veteran, Richard’s reckless behavior exacerbates his crumbling family dynamics, marked by his wife’s infidelity and his daughter’s growing estrangement. The arrival of Marlene, Richard’s sister-in-law, introduces further complications, challenging the fragile stability of their friendship and raising questions about loyalty and trust. This novel intricately weaves themes of family life and psychological tension, making it a thought-provoking read.
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In this electrifying psychological drama, two veterans readjusting to civilian life find their friendship tested when ugly truths come to light.
Yemen. Iraq. Afghanistan. After returning from combat to a quiet garrison town, Dan and Richard struggle in their different ways to regain a sense of normality. Dan, desperate to prove to his bourgeois neighbors that he isn’t the violent, unstable veteran they’d expect, sticks to a rigorous routine and keeps his head down. Richard, on the other hand, doesn’t resist his impulses, repeatedly flouting the law and spending money he doesn’t have. All the while, his home life is gradually falling apart—unbeknownst to him, his wife has been having an affair, and his teenaged daughter is becoming increasingly distant and even hostile.
The arrival of Richard’s sister-in-law, Marlene—a woman with a reputation for sleeping around and bringing bad luck wherever she goes—threatens to destroy what little peace the two men have, calling into question their seemingly unbreakable bond.
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