A Scotiabank Giller Prize Finalist Raised in Montreal by their disinterested single mother, half-sisters Lark and Robin form a fierce team in spite of their differences. When Lark flees to America to attend college, her sister soon joins her. But even as Lark discovers a calling working in documentary film, she struggles with self-doubt, and Robin chafes against the demands of studying piano at Juilliard. Their bond strains under increasing pressure until it breaks. Years later, Lark's life is in tatters and Robin's is wilder than ever. As Lark tries to take charge of her destiny, she discovers that despite the difficulties of their relationship, there is only one person she can truly rely on: her sister. A gripping, unforgettable novel about art, ambition, sisterhood, motherhood, and self-knowledge, Dual Citizens captures the unique language of sisters and makes visible the imperceptible strings that bind us to the ones we love for good.
Alix Ohlin Books
Alix Ohlin crafts prose that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the search for identity. Her style is incisive and witty, often focusing on characters at the cusp, on the fringes of society. Ohlin masterfully captures the subtle lines between normalcy and otherness, exploring how individuals navigate uncertainty and loss. Her short stories and novels are lauded for their psychological depth and keen observation.


Inside
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
A beautifully crafted novel from one of the rising stars of the American literary scene.