I Am Alive

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Set against the backdrop of the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, this novel explores the struggles of a bourgeois Caribbean family dealing with mental illness, unconventional sexuality, and the challenges of returning home. Kettly Mars, a survivor of the disaster, weaves a complex and evocative narrative that captures the disorientation and emotional turmoil of her characters. This work solidifies her status as a prominent voice in the francophone literary world, offering a poignant reflection on resilience and identity.