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Doriel, a European expatriate in New York, is haunted by the loss of his parents who survived the Holocaust only to die shortly after. Limited to war films and books, he struggles to find joy, delving into Judaism but feeling possessed by a dybbuk. Encountering psychoanalyst Dr. Therese Goldschmidt, they share histories and secrets, guiding him toward a crossroads and a startling resolution. The story follows Doriel’s descent into the darkest parts of the soul, revealing the lingering shadows of past horrors and the enduring quest for redemption.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Psychological Drama
Authors: Elie Wiesel
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