A review by arthmrnk
Pushkin Hills by Sergei Dovlatov

dark emotional funny reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

A bittersweet novella reflecting on the absurdity of life in the Brezhnev's USSR. 

The plot is narrated by a failed writer who tries to escape from the life problems by going into a sort of provincial exile, while working as a tourist guide. 

At times you will laugh, but in the end a sour aftertaste remains.
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