The inimitable Amelie Nothomb has become famous for the brilliant short novels that she has published annually for more than thirty years. Translated in forty countries from the USA to Japan, they brought her many prestigious awards, including the Grand Prix of the French Academy and one of the main literary awards in Europe, the Strega Prize. This book includes two of her novels, both of which are about love. “Thirst” is the story of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, told on his behalf. In his last hours, he remembers happy days with Mary Magdalene, thinks about the Father, about the sufferings and joys of the body and, most importantly, about love. Amelie Nothomb calls “Thirst” the book of her life, and Christ her absolute hero. The novel was shortlisted for the Prix Goncourt, and the authoritative magazine Lire included it in the list of “100 best books of the year.” “The Book of Sisters” is a novel with “surprises”, which Amelie Nothomb usually hides in her books. Tristana grows up in an emotional vacuum from birth until her sister is born. Parents, madly in love with each other, do not let anyone into their fortress of love, not even their own children. Growing up and becoming a woman, Tristana is forced to overcome the trauma received in early childhood.