Discover the power of friendship in one of the best contemporary bestsellers!

My Brilliant Friend is the first volume of the famous Neapolitan four-part series that has won the hearts of readers around the world. If you are looking for a book that will seize your soul and never let go, you have just found it.

This novel follows the lives of two inseparable friends growing up in post-war Italy, their relationship both intense and complicated. The series stands out for its rich depiction of family and social ties that shape the main characters as they come of age. The story is marked by deep human understanding and extraordinary compassion toward its characters, making it not only an engaging family epic but also an emotionally powerful and authentic insight into life in a Neapolitan neighborhood after World War II.

This novel will soon be adapted for television on HBO, which only underscores its cult status and the quality of the story. The work is part of the New York Times bestsellers list, a testament to its enormous popularity and recognition across the globe.

Why choose it?

• An unforgettable story of two friends in a changing world.
• A rich and authentic narrative built on deep human emotions and relationships.
• A critically acclaimed bestseller that has earned international recognition.
• Television adaptation underway means the story will become even more widely known.
• An excellent gift for lovers of literature and deeply layered stories.

Main features of the book

• Volume: the first book in the Neapolitan quartet series.
• Setting: post-war Italy - an authentic historical backdrop.
• Genre: family epic, friendship, drama.
• Style: intense and heartfelt, with an emphasis on detail and character development.
• Impact: the basis for an HBO television adaptation.