The Renovation

"The Renovation" is a poignant exploration of family, exile, and memory, centered around Dilara’s experience as her father’s dementia leads her to confront unexpected revelations in her new apartment. When a renovation unexpectedly reveals a Turkish prison cell, her initial outrage transforms into curiosity, transporting her to the distant city of Istanbul and its rich, evocative history. The novel delicately weaves themes of grief, love, and identity, inviting listeners into a deeply moving story that bridges the personal and the political.