I did not think it was such a great book. I was wandering where is she going with this, what is her point. It is describing a woman struggling in society, trying to find her soul, something that makes her happy, and it would not be a good Dutch book if at least not some sex was involved. As I said, some parts are well written and makes this book an interesting read.

I read "The Laws" and Connie Palmen's other two books, "The Friendship" and "I.M.". They have all appeared with the German Publisher "Diogenes". Although I read them in German, I think I can comment on their beautiful prose. She walks a tight rope: intellectually she is so incredibly sharp that nothing escapes her objective analysis, while her intense sensibilities give every story a subjective, deeply emotional edge. Although her work is heavy-hearted, it is very satisfying and her message is positive.

This books has a different style that is very intimate like a diary, but universal in what it portraits . A very intriguing and exquisite combination that explicits the talent of the author , who makes her readers eager to flavour more of her work.