The Sunflower Boys

"The Sunflower Boys" is a poignant coming-of-age story set in modern Ukraine, following twelve-year-old Artem as he navigates his emerging sexuality amid the chaos of war. After their home is destroyed and their family torn apart by conflict, Artem and his brother Yuri embark on a harrowing journey, confronting loss, survival, and the hope of reunification. With tenderness and insight, the novel explores themes of love, identity, and resilience in a time of unimaginable hardship.