Inevitable

Inevitable

by Louis Couperus

This novel explores the complexities of love, desire, and the consequences of choices in the life of Cornélie de Retz, a young Dutch divorcee who seeks a fresh start in Italy. With an intimate focus on romantic conversations and emotional turmoil, the narrative delves into the nuances of human relationships and the inevitability of consequences stemming from personal choices. The author's detailed and evocative prose creates a vivid portrait of Cornélie's journey, highlighting her evolving passions and the challenges she faces as she navigates a new landscape both geographically and emotionally.

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Louis Couperus

Netherlands

Louis Marie-Anne Couperus was a Dutch novelist and poet. His oeuvre contains a wide variety of genres: lyric poetry, psychological and historical novels, novellas, short stori...

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