Waterline

In "Waterline," named a Best Book of 2025 by Esquire, a close-knit Armenian American family confronts profound grief as they grapple with the tragic loss of Mari, the eldest of the younger generation. Set against the backdrop of Detroit's Gross Ile, the story weaves through the legacy of the Armenian Genocide, beginning with Gregor, the family's great-grandfather, who fought for his freedom over a century ago. As the Kurkjians face their current heartache, buried secrets and past traumas resurface, challenging them to reconcile their individual identities with the weight of their shared history. This debut novel poignantly explores the intricacies of diaspora and the resilience required to navigate a life impacted by inherited sorrow.