Lana Bastašić

Lana Bastašić is a Bosnian author known for her works that explore themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of the human experience. Her writing often delves into the cultural and historical contexts of the Balkans.

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  1. 1. Catch The Rabbit

    In this poignant exploration of friendship and identity, the narrative follows two estranged childhood friends, Sara and Lejla, as they embark on a road trip across Bosnia. The journey is sparked by a cryptic phone call from Lejla, urging Sara to help find her missing brother. As they traverse the landscape of their homeland, the trip becomes a catalyst for confronting the ghosts of their past, unraveling the complexities of their relationship, and grappling with the scars left by war and displacement. Through a blend of humor and introspection, the story delves into themes of memory, belonging, and the search for self amidst the remnants of a fractured world.

  2. 2. Mliječni Zubi

    Set against the backdrop of a war-torn region, this poignant collection of stories delves into the complexities of childhood and the bittersweet transition into adulthood. Through a series of interconnected tales, the narrative explores themes of innocence, loss, and resilience, capturing the raw emotions and fragmented memories of young lives shaped by conflict. Each story offers a unique perspective, weaving together a tapestry of experiences that reflect the universal struggles of growing up amidst chaos and uncertainty.

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  3. 3. Uhvati Zeca

    Kako smo odrastali uz Zeca

    In this poignant narrative, two childhood friends, Sara and Lejla, embark on a road trip from Bosnia to Vienna, retracing the steps of their shared past. As they journey through the landscapes of their memories, they confront the haunting shadows of war, identity, and the complexities of their friendship. The story delves into themes of belonging, the search for self, and the enduring bonds that tie us to our roots, all while exploring the intricate tapestry of post-war Balkan life.

  4. 4. 2020.

    Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous year, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of a protagonist grappling with personal and societal upheavals. As the world around them shifts dramatically, they embark on a journey of introspection, confronting past traumas and seeking solace in unexpected places. The story weaves together themes of identity, resilience, and the search for meaning amidst chaos, offering a poignant reflection on the human condition during times of unprecedented change.

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  5. 5. Chyť Zajaca

    Ako som cestovala domov

    In this poignant and introspective narrative, two childhood friends, Sara and Lejla, embark on a road trip from Bosnia to Vienna, retracing the steps of their shared past. As they journey through the landscapes of their memories, they confront the complexities of their friendship, the scars of war, and the search for identity in a world marked by displacement and longing. Through their conversations and reflections, the novel explores themes of belonging, the passage of time, and the enduring impact of history on personal lives.

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  6. 6. Prinde Iepurele

    A woman living abroad is drawn back to the Balkans when her estranged childhood friend asks her to drive across Bosnia and Herzegovina to search for a missing brother. On their uneasy road trip, buried resentments and shared memories from the postwar 1990s resurface, blurring past and present as the narrator confronts the fragility of identity, the slipperiness of memory, and the unequal power at the heart of their friendship.

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