A review by sophieannesussex
Grey Bees by Andrey Kurkov

4.0

Thought it was a well written story of resilience and humanity set against the sombre backdrop of war; Ukraine, divided following the annexation of Crimea. Ft apiary magic. Life resists and persists but regional / town-to-town disparities are shocking. I knew very little about the Grey Zone, where the first half of this book is set. Illustrates how every day life (routines, philosophies and trivialities etc) is shaped in a conflict zone and protagonist is endeared upon us from get go. Given current events, would recommend this as an important read for anyone looking to better their understanding of the human experience of war in Ukraine.