Schmitt’s inclusive, affirming vision of human sexuality is refreshingly free of moral judgment, yet enriched by an understanding of the complex ethics of human relationships and the redemptive power of love. Told with a master storyteller’s feel for character and plot and a philosopher’s abiding preoccupation with what makes life truly worthwhile. "...an evocative and beautiful ode to love, heartbreak, and humanity." — Booklist“With chapter titles taken from hymns, this choral tale moves toward a lovely finale, a hymn of praise to love.”   — Sud Ouest