Sleeping Children

Set against the backdrop of the early 1980s, this compelling novel intertwines the personal struggles of a family in rural France with the broader history of the AIDS crisis. As a Parisian doctor uncovers the early signs of a deadly and misunderstood virus, the Passeron family faces their own battles with heroin addiction and family secrets. Through these interconnected stories, the book explores themes of shame, resilience, and the fight for justice, offering a poignant reflection on a defining era.