A novel by Elena Ferrante, depicting a young woman living a quiet and satisfying life, encircled by her family: husband, two sons, and a dog. Suddenly, her husband leaves, plunging her into an abyss that seems inescapable.

Starting in April, within the structured environment of her home in Turin, she assumes the role of the abandoned woman. As she falls into a deep abyss of insomnia, distraction, and self-directed anger, chaos spreads throughout her life.

This turbulent journey within her household affects her relationship with her sons and challenges her patience with the dog left behind by her husband. The novel reflects the enduring tragedy and presents a modern scene characterized by the Mediterranean temperament and deep-rooted expressive power of women's memory.