I'm somewhat speechless at this novel.

First, let's touch on structure: the novel is divided into three sections (mind, body, and spirit) and I really only knew about the first one going in. The book opens with death and, as our main characters brain activity fizzles out, we follow a non linear journey through her memories. These are harrowing and depict a patchwork of horrific abuse and tragic circumstances.

I appreciated how unabashedly the novel explored feminist issues in Turkey. It's a difficult book - it doesn't shy away from exposing violence against women in many forms. Recommended if you enjoy character studies, nonlinear narratives, and are in a headspace where you can read about heavy topics.