Stay with Me

Fear profoundly shapes the unnamed narrator's life in Hanne Ørstavik's exploration of love's complexities. At 53, she grapples with her past, including a troubled marriage and the death of her lover, while intertwining her experiences with those of Judith, a character in her new novel. As the narrative shifts between Minneapolis, Oslo, and Milan, Ørstavik delves into the emotional ties that bind us to loved ones, questioning identity and the reasons for returning to painful relationships. The translation by Martin Aikten enhances the story's raw emotional depth.