Intermezzo is Sally Rooney's fourth novel, published in September 2024, focusing on two brothers, Peter and Ivan, grieving their father's death in Dublin. The book explores their complicated relationships with women and each other, delving into themes of grief, love, class, and modern life through their distinct personalities—Peter, a lawyer, and Ivan, a chess player. It's noted for its experimental style, stream-of-consciousness narration, and focus on male characters, differing from her previous work.
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