In Shadows of the World, master of suspense Michel Bussi introduces history into the novel and vice versa, structuring his story around historical facts. This dazzling fresco spans three generations ponders the passing-on of memory, its twists and turns powerfully articulating experiences of violence, loss, and forgiveness. In his prose, poignant images arise from the heart of tragedy and walk a tightrope through the shadows of the world. A major title of the 2025 fall season.