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Grey Bees

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Translated by Boris Dralyuk ...

2022 NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD WINNER FOR TRANSLATED FICTIONWith a warm yet political humor, Ukraine’s most famous novelist presents a balanced and illuminating portrait of modern conflict.Little Starhorodivka, a village of three streets, lies in Ukraine's Grey Zone, the no-man's-land between loyalist and separatist forces. Thanks to the lukewarm war of sporadic violence and constant ... Read more

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2022 NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD WINNER FOR TRANSLATED FICTIONWith a warm yet political humor, Ukraine’s most famous novelist presents a balanced and illuminating portrait of modern conflict.Little Starhorodivka, a village of three streets, lies in Ukraine's Grey Zone, the no-man's-land between loyalist and separatist forces. Thanks to the lukewarm war of sporadic violence and constant
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The Silver Bone

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by Andrey Kurkov ...

Series Book 1 - The Kyiv Mysteries
LONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZEA Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2024"Very intriguing and atmospheric ... a fascinating read in the light of contemporary events.” –Alexander McCall Smith, Bestselling Author of The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency"With its earthy prose and stunning attention to detail, this stands apart." –Publishers Weekly (starred review)From Ukraine’s most ... Read more

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LONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZEA Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2024"Very intriguing and atmospheric ... a fascinating read in the light of contemporary events.” –Alexander McCall Smith, Bestselling Author of The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency"With its earthy prose and stunning attention to detail, this stands apart." –Publishers Weekly (starred review)From Ukraine’s most
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The Lost Soldiers

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Series Book 3 - The Kyiv Mysteries
“The Kyiv Mysteries provide timely lessons for anyone living under an oppressive regime.”—The Atlantic“Though [The Lost Soldiers] is set more than a century ago, its parallels to conditions today are clear. A darkly comic mystery with deep roots in history.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Excellent . . . Kurkov excels at capturing the profound political instability of war-torn Kyiv. . . . This ... Read more

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“The Kyiv Mysteries provide timely lessons for anyone living under an oppressive regime.”—The Atlantic“Though [The Lost Soldiers] is set more than a century ago, its parallels to conditions today are clear. A darkly comic mystery with deep roots in history.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Excellent . . . Kurkov excels at capturing the profound political instability of war-torn Kyiv. . . . This
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Death and the Penguin

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A masterful tale set in post-Soviet Kiev that's both darkly-funny and ominous... In the widely hailed prequel to Penguin Lost , aspiring writer Viktor Zolotaryov leads a down-and-out life in poverty-and-violence-wracked Kiev-he"s out of work and his only friend is a penguin, Misha, that he rescued when the local zoo started getting rid of animals. Even more nerve-wracking: a local mobster has ... Read more

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A masterful tale set in post-Soviet Kiev that's both darkly-funny and ominous... In the widely hailed prequel to Penguin Lost , aspiring writer Viktor Zolotaryov leads a down-and-out life in poverty-and-violence-wracked Kiev-he"s out of work and his only friend is a penguin, Misha, that he rescued when the local zoo started getting rid of animals. Even more nerve-wracking: a local mobster has
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The Stolen Heart

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Series Book 2 - The Kyiv Mysteries
“[An] extraordinary sequel . . . Distinguished by its humor, heart, and subtle political urgency, this series deserves a long life.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“[The Kyiv Mysteries] provide timely lessons for anyone living under an oppressive regime.” —The Atlantic“Andrey Kurkov is often called Ukraine's greatest living writer, and it is a gift for crime fiction fans that he writes in this ... Read more

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“[An] extraordinary sequel . . . Distinguished by its humor, heart, and subtle political urgency, this series deserves a long life.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“[The Kyiv Mysteries] provide timely lessons for anyone living under an oppressive regime.” —The Atlantic“Andrey Kurkov is often called Ukraine's greatest living writer, and it is a gift for crime fiction fans that he writes in this
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Diary of an Invasion

by Andrey Kurkov ...

Dispatches from a nation under siege, from the winner of the NBCC Gregg Barrios Book in Translation Prize for Grey Bees.When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, novelist and journalist Andrey Kurkov was forced to flee his hometown of Kyiv. This journal is a harrowing record of the months leading up to and after the invasion, as Kurkov and his family migrate to western Ukraine for shelter. ... Read more

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Dispatches from a nation under siege, from the winner of the NBCC Gregg Barrios Book in Translation Prize for Grey Bees.When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, novelist and journalist Andrey Kurkov was forced to flee his hometown of Kyiv. This journal is a harrowing record of the months leading up to and after the invasion, as Kurkov and his family migrate to western Ukraine for shelter.
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Our Daily War

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Andrey Kurkov's urgent, humane and unforgettable war diaries continue in a poignant, personal account of life under siege in Ukraine – rich with humanity, dark humour, and unforgettable glimpses of resilience amidst devastation.`A vivid, moving and sometimes funny account of the reality of life during Russia's invasion´ Marc Bennetts, The Times`Uplifting and utterly defiant´ Matt Nixson, Daily ... Read more

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Andrey Kurkov's urgent, humane and unforgettable war diaries continue in a poignant, personal account of life under siege in Ukraine – rich with humanity, dark humour, and unforgettable glimpses of resilience amidst devastation.`A vivid, moving and sometimes funny account of the reality of life during Russia's invasion´ Marc Bennetts, The Times`Uplifting and utterly defiant´ Matt Nixson, Daily
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The Gardener from Ochakov

by Andrey Kurkov ...

Translated by Amanda Love Darragh ...

'An understated fantasy with an unlikely but likeable hero' The TimesWhen Igor accidentally travels back to 1957 Kyiv, he finds out that the past isn't as rosy as it seems. In fact it's positively dangerous...Igor is confident his old Soviet policeman's uniform will be the best costume at the party. But he hasn't gone far before he realises something is wrong. The streets are unusually dark and ... Read more

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'An understated fantasy with an unlikely but likeable hero' The TimesWhen Igor accidentally travels back to 1957 Kyiv, he finds out that the past isn't as rosy as it seems. In fact it's positively dangerous...Igor is confident his old Soviet policeman's uniform will be the best costume at the party. But he hasn't gone far before he realises something is wrong. The streets are unusually dark and
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Jimi Hendrix Live in Lviv

A Novel

by Andrey Kurkov ...

“A bittersweet relic of a sunnier age . . . . A joyous caper . . . playful and ebullient, shot through with magical twists and supernatural turns.”—ObserverLonglisted for the International Booker Prize, a Murakami-esque work of literary fiction and an ode to the revered cultural capital of western Ukraine, filled with a charming cast of eccentrics who together make up the beating heart of the city ... Read more

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“A bittersweet relic of a sunnier age . . . . A joyous caper . . . playful and ebullient, shot through with magical twists and supernatural turns.”—ObserverLonglisted for the International Booker Prize, a Murakami-esque work of literary fiction and an ode to the revered cultural capital of western Ukraine, filled with a charming cast of eccentrics who together make up the beating heart of the city
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A Matter of Death and Life

by Andrey Kurkov ...

Translated by George Bird ...

'Kurkov is hugely talented. Truly very funny' Time OutMarital troubles? Sick of life? Suicide the answer? Why not get yourself a contract killer?Nothing easier, provided you communicate only by phone and box number. You give him your photograph, specify when and where to find you, then sit back and prepare to die.Murdered, you will be of greater interest than ever you were in life. More to him ... Read more

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'Kurkov is hugely talented. Truly very funny' Time OutMarital troubles? Sick of life? Suicide the answer? Why not get yourself a contract killer?Nothing easier, provided you communicate only by phone and box number. You give him your photograph, specify when and where to find you, then sit back and prepare to die.Murdered, you will be of greater interest than ever you were in life. More to him
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Whispers of Green

by Andrei Baicoianu ...

For Readers Who Crave Desire, Tension, and the Electricity of Surrender…He Asked for Her Color…And She Said Green.If you're drawn to stories that explore power, longing, and the thrill of giving in…Whispers of Green was written for you.But before you read another word, let's be clear:This story contains explicit language and BDSM themes. It is intended strictly for adults who are comfortable with ... Read more

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For Readers Who Crave Desire, Tension, and the Electricity of Surrender…He Asked for Her Color…And She Said Green.If you're drawn to stories that explore power, longing, and the thrill of giving in…Whispers of Green was written for you.But before you read another word, let's be clear:This story contains explicit language and BDSM themes. It is intended strictly for adults who are comfortable with
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The Blood Countess

A Novel

by Andrei Codrescu ...

A "brilliant" novel of Elizabeth Bathory, the notorious sixteenth-century Hungarian aristocrat who bathed in the blood of virgins ( St. Petersburg Times).Turmoil reigns in post-Soviet Hungary when journalist Drake Bathory-Kereshtur returns from America to grapple with his family history. He's haunted by the legacy of his ancestor, the notorious sixteenth-century Countess Elizabeth Bathory, who is ... Read more

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A "brilliant" novel of Elizabeth Bathory, the notorious sixteenth-century Hungarian aristocrat who bathed in the blood of virgins ( St. Petersburg Times).Turmoil reigns in post-Soviet Hungary when journalist Drake Bathory-Kereshtur returns from America to grapple with his family history. He's haunted by the legacy of his ancestor, the notorious sixteenth-century Countess Elizabeth Bathory, who is
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