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‘there are some who consider this way of seeing, which is to say, focusing intently on the most minor details, like dust on the desk or fly shit on a painting, as the only way to arrive at the truth and definitive proof of its existence.��

Minor Detail by Adania Shibli is a haunting and deeply affecting novel. Set in Palestine, the novel delicately explores the echoes of history and the enduring impact of violence on both individuals and communities.

The story unfolds in two parts, the first in 1949 during the Israeli occupation, and the second in present day, following a young woman's obsession with a minor detail in a wartime massacre.

The novel is an exploration of memory, trauma, and the search for meaning in the face of overwhelming loss. Through meticulous attention to detail and a keen sense of empathy, Shibli creates a narrative that is deeply personal, a meditation on the enduring legacy of violence and the elusive nature of justice.

Shibli's prose is both lyrical and precise, drawing the reader into a world haunted by the ghosts of the past.

My Highest Recommendation.