"The Sheep Are Safe" is a new novel by Ukrainian author Yevheniia Kuznetsova. In this book, the author explores profound existential questions about life during wartime, the choice between familiar comfort and the necessity to survive, and the power of love in difficult times.
Plot Summary
The story unfolds during the winter season, when time seems frozen and people are forced to make difficult decisions. The protagonist, Yana, finds herself immersed in complex dilemmas with no clear answers. The atmosphere of the novel is rich in symbolism—snow-covered reeds along the Dnipro River, dark village houses, and traditions that blur the line between the living and the spirit world.
Key Themes:
Survival and choice in times of war The search for love and support The interweaving of ancient traditions and modernity
