Osvalde Lewat publishes his new novel centered on a fashion designer in Paris

From First Success to Themes of the New Book

According to France 24, this work follows "The Aquatics," published in 2021, a critically acclaimed debut that addressed women's emancipation, homosexuality, and societal taboos. Her recent book follows the life of Deffo, an African fashion artisan working in Paris, whose daily routine is disrupted by persistent pain.

An International and Societal Journey

According to the media outlet, the main character's trajectory spans Africa, China, and Europe. During an exchange with journalist Fatimata Wane, the writer explores topics such as power dynamics, work, human fragility, and masculinity, while questioning individual freedom in the face of norms.