Kantika by Elizabeth Graver
"Kantika" is a captivating story that traces the journey of Rebecca Cohen, a spirited woman from a prominent Sephardic family in early 20th-century Istanbul. As her family faces financial ruin, they relocate to Barcelona, where Rebecca navigates the challenges of a failed marriage and the necessity of earning a living. Her journey takes her from Spain to Cuba and eventually to New York, where she enters into a second arranged marriage. Here, she encounters her greatest challenge in her relationship with her spirited stepdaughter, Luna. The novel delves into themes of identity, displacement, and the resilience of women, highlighting the complexities of family dynamics and the pursuit of personal fulfillment across different cultures and landscapes.
The 17008th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2023
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- Unknown
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- Pages
- 320-350
- Original Language
- English
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- 13th on The Greatest Books of 2023 - Honorable Mention (The Greatest Books)