Éric Chacour in conversation with Persis Bekkering

Éric Chacour was born to Egyptian parents and has lived in both France and Canada. What I Know About You is his debut novel and a major bestseller in both countries. The book has won multiple literary awards and is being translated into many European languages.

About What I Know About You
In the vibrant Cairo of the 1980s, young doctor Tarek takes over his father’s medical practice. His demanding job and daily family life leave no room for personal growth. That changes when he meets Ali, a boy from an impoverished neighborhood. Their love puts Tarek’s life in such danger that he is forced to flee to Montreal.
During his years of exile, he remains deeply connected to his homeland and the changes taking place there. He has left his family behind in Cairo, and without his knowledge, his departure and his homosexuality have left deep marks on their lives.
What I Know About You is a remarkable and beautifully written novel about a family overwhelmed by secrets. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Egypt’s recent turbulent history.