The Stolen Heart

In this intriguing mystery by Andrey Kurkov, detective Samson Kolechko faces a perplexing case involving the legality of selling pig meat, set against a backdrop of political unrest and personal upheaval. As the investigation unfolds, Samson's fiancée Nadezhda is abducted amidst strikes and mysterious events, intertwining their fates with a series of puzzling crimes. With a richly atmospheric setting and layered storytelling, the novel explores how seemingly trivial matters can hold deeper significance.