The Shadow of the Object by Chloe Aridjis follows Flora, who is visiting home in Mexico when the family dog leaps up and bites her hand. She finds herself in hospital where she undergoes several surgeries and meets Wilhelmina, an elderly German woman with pneumonia, who collects pre-cinema toys and instruments. The two of them embark on a series of dream-like conversations in the hospital corridors. When things take an unexpected turn, Flora finds herself entrusted with an important mission. Link in bio to find out more about the book. #BookerPrize #BookerPrize2026 #Newbooks #BookTok #ChloeAridjis @Vintage Books @Penguin Books UK