Constance by Rosie Thomas tells the story of a woman who has built a new life in Bali as a successful musician and composer. Living in a tranquil, expatriate community, she is content with her idyllic surroundings. However, when she learns of her adopted sister’s serious illness, Constance is forced to confront her past and return to London—a place she had always tried to escape.
The real struggle lies not in her sister’s illness but in the unresolved feelings Constance has for her sister’s husband, with whom she once fell in love. In London, she uncovers long-hidden family secrets, learns more about her nephew and his Lithuanian girlfriend, and embarks on a journey of self-discovery that challenges her beliefs and identity.
This novel delves deeply into human relationships and dilemmas, with Constance emerging as a truly memorable and relatable character.
