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A journey into the heart of what it means to be human in a complex and often uncertain world.
A young woman named Miryam, fleeing persecution in western China, finds herself alone in the heart of Istanbul. Overwhelmed by isolation, she begins to spiral toward despair—until an unexpected act of kindness reaches out and pulls her back. But the trauma of her escape has left deep scars. A chance encounter in the Hagia Sophia mosque sparks a fragile new hope within her—the possibility of confronting her loneliness and anxiety, and of standing up for the oppressed Uyghur people.
SOLO IN ISTANBUL is a moving and timely novel about finding the courage to live and to fight in a world where all seems lost. A tale of fate, where the struggle against genocide in China is reflected in an inner battle against loneliness and fear.
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What does it mean to lose everything-and still find yourself?
Mina is a young Afghan woman with fierce determination and a will of steel. When the Taliban seize Kabul in August 2021, tragedy strikes her family, forcing them to flee. Mina rebuilds her life in New York, where she discovers new freedoms—forming unexpected friendships and experiencing her first love. But the outcome of the U.S. presidential election in November 2024 brings sweeping changes that upend everything she thought was secure, marking a turning point she can’t ignore. Drawn back to Afghanistan on a secret mission, Mina embarks on a journey that will transform her life in ways she never imagined.
MY MOTHER SAID MY NAMEis gripping, deeply moving, and thought-provoking. A powerful story about a daughter, and the enduring impact of losing her mother. Perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction with emotional depth, global relevance, and unforgettable characters.
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