Sleeping in Velvet

Exploring the complexities of contemporary relationships, this collection features twenty-three stories and a novella that delve into the dreamlike interplay of intimacy and detachment. Thaisa Frank's writing is noted for its magical realism and haunting beauty, as it reveals the nuanced silences and emotional currents that connect individuals. The concluding novella, "The Map Maker," poignantly addresses familial misunderstandings and the remnants of the past, inviting readers to reflect on the memories and objects left behind by the deceased.