The Flying Kite

An absolutely beautifully written slow burn, and easily one of my favorite books of the year. Sam and Emmanuelle are both beautifully complex characters, navigating through their traumas, guilt, and insecurities through their connections with one another. The side characters are charming and dynamic, helping to balance out the weight of Sam and Emmanuelle's personal journeys. I was absolutely captivated, and couldn't put this one down from start to finish. Absolutely recommended.