The Greatest Serbian, Georgian "Fiction" Books Since 2010

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  1. 1. The Tiger's Wife by Téa Obreht

    "The Tiger's Wife" is a captivating novel that weaves together the lives of a young doctor and her grandfather in war-torn Balkans. As the doctor embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind her grandfather's mysterious death, she unravels a tapestry of folklore, superstition, and family secrets. Through her exploration, she uncovers the extraordinary story of the tiger's wife, a woman believed to possess the power to communicate with animals. This beautifully written tale explores themes of love, loss, and the enduring power of storytelling.

  2. 2. Flight From The Ussr by Dato Turashvili

    "Flight From The USSR" is a gripping and poignant memoir that follows the life of a young Georgian boy, who grows up under the oppressive regime of the Soviet Union. As he navigates the complexities of his turbulent homeland, the protagonist finds solace in his love for literature and dreams of escaping to the West. Faced with numerous challenges and heart-wrenching choices, he embarks on a daring journey that takes him across borders, revealing the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

  3. 3. The Eighth Life by Nino Haratishvili

    "The Eighth Life" is an epic family saga that spans over a century, tracing the lives of a Georgian family through the tumultuous history of the Soviet Union. Beginning with the story of a young woman who escapes the Bolshevik Revolution, the novel delves into the lives of subsequent generations as they navigate through love, loss, and the enduring legacy of their family. With richly drawn characters and a captivating narrative, this book explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and the power of storytelling.

  4. 4. The Tiger’s Wife by Téa Obreht

    "The Tiger's Wife" by Téa Obreht is a multi-generational tale that follows a young doctor named Natalia as she navigates her way through the aftermath of her grandfather's death. As she tries to unravel the mystery surrounding his final days, Natalia reflects on her childhood memories of her grandfather and the stories he told her about a tiger that haunted his village. Along the way, she uncovers dark family secrets and learns about the power of storytelling and the resilience of the human spirit. The novel explores themes of love, loss, identity, and the complexities of the human experience.

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