Lara Cardella

Lara Cardella is an Italian author who gained recognition for her debut novel, penned at the age of nineteen. The book ignited a scandal within her Sicilian community for its sharp critique of backwardness and chauvinism, catapulting it to bestseller status and international translation. Her writing is characterized by a passionate exploration of societal norms and personal freedom. Through her literary work, Cardella engages with timeless themes of adolescence, rebellion, and the quest for self-discovery.