Book Museum of Abandoned Secrets. Novel

About the book “Museum of Abandoned Secrets”

Oksana Zabuzhko’s “Museum of Abandoned Secrets” is an extremely powerful, emotional and deep novel that has not only become recognized in Ukraine, but also received well-deserved attention abroad. This book is a kind of epic that embodies the complexity and diversity of Ukrainian life, the destinies of generations and their secrets. In fact, it is an in-depth study of important topics that make the reader think about the essence of life.

This novel deserves all the praise it received both in Ukraine and abroad. Oksana Zabuzhko reveals to the reader various layers of modern Ukrainian history, moving from the 2000s to the forties of the last century. Her words are psychologically moving, make you experience joy and care along with the characters.

At the heart of the novel are Daryna Goshchynska and Adrian Vatamaniuk, two characters who are united by love, secrets and the desire to understand the past. The investigation of the mysterious death of Olena Dovgan, who fought in the UPA, reveals the multifaceted nature of life in the conditions of the complexity of history and the internal confrontations of people. Making transitions between times and different generations, Zabuzhko creates an incredible plot through which you can explore the secrets of each character and their relationships.

The term “museum” in the title of the novel symbolizes an extensive collection of human life stories and secrets. Each “hall” represents a separate dimension of time and destiny, intertwining with each other, reminding us that the past always lives within us. This is not just a novel, it is a deep look at the history of Ukraine, human relationships, the importance of preserving memory and memories.

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