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Songbirds
Songbirds

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For readers who appreciate deeply emotional and socially conscious narratives, particularly those interested in stories about migration, human rights, and the resilience of women.

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Summary

"Songbirds" by Christy Lefteri is a poignant and powerful novel inspired by real-life events. Set in Cyprus, it tells the story of Nisha, a domestic worker from Sri Lanka who goes missing. Through the perspectives of Petra, Nisha’s employer, and Yiannis, her secret lover, the novel explores themes of migration, exploitation, and the hidden lives of women who leave everything behind to support their families. It is a tale of love, loss, and the quest for justice.

 

Reviews

"'Songbirds' is a masterful and deeply moving novel that illuminates the often-unseen lives of migrant workers. Christy Lefteri's compassionate storytelling and richly drawn characters will stay with you long after the last page." - Heather Morris, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz

"Powerful, timely, and profoundly moving, 'Songbirds' is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Christy Lefteri's writing is both lyrical and heartbreaking, drawing us into the lives of her characters with empathy and insight." - Delia Owens, author of Where the Crawdads Sing

"A beautifully written and important novel that shines a light on the struggles and systemic injustices faced by migrant workers. Christy Lefteri's storytelling is both compassionate and unflinching, leaving a lasting impact on the reader." - Kristin Hannah, author of The Nightingale

 

About Edition

Book Title: Songbirds - Christy Lefteri
Book Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Contemporary, Literary Fiction, Adult
ISBN: 9781838773762
Number of Pages: 384
Publishing Date: July 8, 2021
Cover Type: Hardcover

About Author

Christy Lefteri is a British author of Cypriot descent, best known for her bestselling novel "The Beekeeper of Aleppo," which won the Aspen Words Literary Prize and was shortlisted for several other awards. Lefteri’s work often focuses on themes of displacement, migration, and human resilience, drawing from her background as the daughter of refugees and her experience working with refugees herself. Her writing is celebrated for its empathy, lyrical prose, and powerful storytelling. "Songbirds" continues her exploration of these themes, shedding light on the often invisible lives of migrant workers.



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