My Dreadful Body

A debut novel that chronicles a young woman’s coming of age within a traditional Azerbaijani community in Russia, grappling with cultural expectations and a mysterious neurological condition. Through poetic and meticulous narration, Egana Djabbarova explores themes of memory, identity, and societal taboos, revealing how illness can serve as a form of liberation. The book echoes the powerful voice of confessional feminist writers, offering a profound and evocative glimpse into a hidden world.