Négar Djavadi

Négar Djavadi is a French-Iranian author, screenwriter, and director, best known for her debut novel 'Disoriental' which has received critical acclaim and several literary awards.

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  1. 1. Disoriental

    The novel follows the life of Kimia Sadr, a young Iranian woman who has fled her homeland and now lives in France. Through a series of non-linear narratives, Kimia reflects on her family's tumultuous history, marked by political upheaval, exile, and the struggle for identity. As she sits in a fertility clinic in Paris, memories of her ancestors and her own experiences weave together, revealing the complexities of cultural displacement and the enduring impact of her heritage. The story poignantly explores themes of memory, identity, and the search for belonging in a world that is constantly shifting.

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