Watch Us Dance

In 'Watch Us Dance', the vibrant second novel in Leila Slimani's acclaimed trilogy, we return to Morocco in 1968. Mathilde, now older, surveys her blooming garden and reflects on a life dedicated to building her farm and family. Her children are grown, and a sense of boundless possibility pervades the air. However, Mathilde is unaware of the profound shifts that await her family and the newly independent nation. As Morocco navigates its complex post-colonial future, Mathilde and her loved ones are about to discover how life can take wild and unexpected turns, challenging their dreams and perceptions of freedom.

Why You Should Read?

• Explore a compelling family saga set against the backdrop of post-colonial Morocco in the late 1960s.
• Delve into rich themes of identity, freedom, and the profound impact of societal change on individual lives.
• Experience Leila Slimani's celebrated prose, known for its vivid characters and evocative sense of place.
• Continue the captivating story begun in 'The Country of Others', following Mathilde and her evolving family in this powerful trilogy.