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A house divided against itself-Complete traces the emotional and psychological boundaries that arise when the past is concealed in the name of protection. The story unfolds in the sunlit stillness of Bordighera, where a father’s guarded nature becomes a silent force shaping his daughter’s understanding of family and identity. The novel explores how emotional isolation is inherited, as unspoken experiences filter through generations, shaping beliefs and fears without explanation. It focuses on the quiet tension that grows when truth is withheld, and how the desire to protect can sometimes create a deeper sense of distance. The contrast between external beauty and internal strain is emphasized through setting and routine, reinforcing the fragile nature of control. A chance encounter with outsiders reveals the hidden fractures within an otherwise tranquil life, prompting introspection and the search for answers long buried. The restrained narrative gradually reveals the emotional cost of secrecy and the vulnerability beneath silence, portraying the human need for clarity, understanding, and reconciliation.