A deep emotional work about loss, hope, friendship and love, where contemporary events intertwine with philosophical quests for self in a complex world.
A plot that penetrates the soul Against the backdrop of war that touches everyone, the main heroine — architect Vira — lives in Paris. Her everyday European life suddenly changes after a phone call about the shelling of Kyiv and Kharkiv. Her Atrey returns home — a former soldier who left a peaceful life in Amsterdam to once again take on the defense of Ukraine. Meanwhile, in Grundstadt, schoolgirl Matilda meets a mysterious man who rents a house on the shore of a lake.
These seemingly unrelated episodes in the text are permeated with a sense of anxiety and bright hope. The author conveys the emotional image of the characters, immersing the reader in experiences and a deep search for meaning.
Themes and stylistic features: Strong female images European and Ukrainian locations War in pastoral landscapes Deep emotional portrait of the characters Search for the sacred through the ordinary
Skillful use of poetic language, precise details and deep sensitivity. The depiction of places — from Normandy to Kyiv — creates an atmosphere of searching for home and safety, which is so relevant today.
