Zuleikha

Set in Soviet Russia in 1930, "Zuleikha" follows the journey of Zuleikha, a woman trapped in a harsh marriage, who faces a transformative exile to Siberia after her husband's execution. As she endures the hardships of the trek and the struggles of her new life, she forges connections with fellow exiles, including an eccentric German doctor and conscience-plagued Commander Ignatov. Guzel Yakhina’s award-winning debut, inspired by her grandmother's experiences, has resonated with audiences worldwide through its poignant storytelling and has been translated into twenty-one languages.