Eastbound by Maylis de Kerangal

Set against the vast and desolate backdrop of the Trans-Siberian Railway, this gripping narrative follows the intertwined fates of two strangers on a train journey across Russia. As the train hurtles eastward, a young French woman fleeing her past and a Russian soldier escaping his future find themselves drawn together by a shared sense of urgency and desperation. Their fleeting encounter becomes a poignant exploration of identity, freedom, and the human desire for connection amidst the relentless march of time and distance. With each passing mile, the characters confront their own fears and hopes, culminating in a profound reflection on the choices that define us.

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Published
2023
Nationality
French
Length
Short
Pages
150-200
Original Language
French
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