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My brilliant friend

My brilliant friend

Update: 2025-09-10
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Introduces characters and families within a Neapolitan neighborhood, including the intelligent but wild Lila and the studious narrator, Elena. It charts their complex friendship from childhood, touching on themes of social class, education, violence, and the girls' burgeoning identities. Key events include childhood games, family conflicts, educational aspirations, romantic entanglements, and Lila's engagement to Stefano Carracci, which marks a significant shift in her circumstances. The excerpts capture the vivid atmosphere and raw emotions of their formative years, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that shape their lives and their bond.

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