If you've never read Elena Ferrante, I still think you should start with My Brilliant Friend but this could be a also an entry point into her works if you're looking for a shorter work.
TheBookchemist 48.1K subscribers · Jun 6, 2026
The Days of Abandonment by Elena Ferrante REVIEW
It's an incredible book. It's a truly sharp clinical study and it's as gripping as any page-turner.

