{"title":"Illarion Pavliuk — Books in Ukrainian","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIllarion Pavliuk\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most talked-about Ukrainian authors of recent years: a writer of dark, atmospheric thrillers and science fiction that are hard to put down. His novel \u003cem\u003eI See You're Interested in Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e became a modern Ukrainian bestseller, and his new science fiction novel \u003cem\u003eSomething Is Wrong with Eliza\u003c\/em\u003e comes out in December 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy Illarion Pavliuk's books in Ukrainian at Booklya: delivery across Spain in 1–3 days, across Europe in 2–6 days, or pick-up at our bookstore-café in Castellón.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/something-is-wrong-with-eliza\"\u003eSomething Is Wrong with Eliza\u003c\/a\u003e — after a crash deep in a post-war exclusion zone, a robot comes to believe it is human, and that its human partner is the robot. Pre-order now: on sale December 16, 2026.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/i-see-youre-interested-in-darkness\"\u003eI See You're Interested in Darkness\u003c\/a\u003e — a criminal psychologist searches for a missing girl in a village that prefers not to notice its own monster. A thriller about indifference and the darkness inside us.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/emil-s-book\"\u003eEmil's Book\u003c\/a\u003e — a boy who cannot sleep, a mother who is forgetting everything, and a phone call from a brother who died. A tender, eerie fantasy about memory and love.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/white-ashes-illarion-pavlyuk\"\u003eWhite Ashes\u003c\/a\u003e — a noir detective story with a nod to Gogol: a private detective investigates the death of a young lady, and every mystery has two explanations, one logical and one mystical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-dance-of-an-idiot-ilarion-pavlyuk\"\u003eThe Dance of an Idiot\u003c\/a\u003e — science fiction about a space biologist who joins an expedition to a distant planet to escape his problems at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllarion Pavliuk was born in 1980 in Skadovsk, in southern Ukraine. Before turning to fiction he worked as a journalist and news correspondent, and later as a screenwriter and producer of documentaries and films. His debut novel, \u003cem\u003eWhite Ashes\u003c\/em\u003e, came out in 2018, followed by \u003cem\u003eThe Dance of an Idiot\u003c\/em\u003e in 2019. His novels are published in Ukrainian by Old Lion Publishing House (Vydavnytstvo Staroho Leva).\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"i-see-youre-interested-in-darkness","title":"I See You're Interested in Darkness","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"I See You're Interested in Darkness\" is a psychological thriller by Ukrainian author Illarion Pavliuk. The novel follows Andriy Gaister, a Kyiv-based criminal psychologist and former soldier, who is dispatched to the remote village of Buskiv Sad to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young girl. Upon arrival, he encounters a community steeped in apathy and secrecy, where a serial killer known as \"The Beast\" is rumored to roam. As Gaister delves deeper, he confronts not only the village's enigmatic inhabitants but also his own inner demons. The story weaves elements of mysticism and psychological depth, exploring themes of human indifference, internal darkness, and the quest for redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilarion Pavlyuk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49833931637073,"sku":"9786176798323","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/0861\/5505\/files\/a-bacu-vas-cikavit-pitma-ilarion-pavluk-189.webp?v=1770804507"},{"product_id":"white-ashes-illarion-pavlyuk","title":"White Ashes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhite Ashes\u003c\/em\u003e («Білий попіл») is the debut novel by Ukrainian author Illarion Pavliuk: an atmospheric noir detective story with a nod to Gogol's \u003cem\u003eViy\u003c\/em\u003e. Ukrainian-language edition, published by Old Lion Publishing House (Vydavnytstvo Staroho Leva).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrivate detective Taras Bilyi is hired to investigate the murder of a young lady. The accused is a seminarian named Khoma Brut, and the case seems perfectly clear… But the farmstead where the murder took place hides a secret, one more frightening than all the tales about the young lady who rose from her coffin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel is full of riddles you will want to solve until the very last page, and, true to the genre, every small detail eventually gets its explanation. What makes the book special is that each mystery ends up with two readings, a logical one and a mystical one. Depending on how you see the world, \u003cem\u003eWhite Ashes\u003c\/em\u003e becomes either a detective thriller or a mystical one, and that is exactly what you will want to think about when you close it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho will enjoy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/i-see-youre-interested-in-darkness\"\u003eI See You're Interested in Darkness\u003c\/a\u003e who want more of Pavliuk's dark atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of noir detective stories and Gothic mysticism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who knows Gogol's \u003cem\u003eViy\u003c\/em\u003e and is curious to see it reimagined as a detective story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore books by the author: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/illarion-pavliuk\"\u003eIllarion Pavliuk collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilarion Pavlyuk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49887828377937,"sku":"9786176795261","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/0861\/5505\/files\/bilij-popil-pavluk-927.webp?v=1770804556"},{"product_id":"the-dance-of-an-idiot-ilarion-pavlyuk","title":"The Dance of an Idiot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"23\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe Dance of an Idiot\u003c\/em\u003e is a gripping science fiction novel by Ukrainian author Ilarion Pavlyuk. The story follows Gil, a space biologist and former elite soldier, who finds himself in a downward spiral—unemployed, financially strained, and facing a hereditary genetic disease. When an unexpected opportunity arises for a scientific expedition to the distant planet Ish-Chel, Gil sees it as a chance to escape his troubles. However, the mission is far from what it seems, leading him into a web of psychological and physical challenges that blur the lines between reality and illusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5625em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/umka.com\/eng\/catalogue\/books-belles-lettres\/illarion-pavlyuk-tanets-nedoumka-the-dance-of-an-idiot.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Illarion pavlyuk. Tanets nedoumka. (the dance of an idiot) \/\/ www.umka.com.ua\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Illarion pavlyuk. Tanets nedoumka. (the dance of an idiot) \/\/ www.umka.com.ua\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"524\" data-start=\"441\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis novel delves into themes of fear, trauma, and the human psyche, offering a narrative that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"549\" data-start=\"526\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilarion Pavlyuk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50316223152465,"sku":"9786176797203","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/0861\/5505\/files\/tanec-nedoumka-pavluk-illarion-264.webp?v=1770804916"},{"product_id":"emil-s-book","title":"Emil’s Book","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eEmil’s Book\u003c\/em\u003e is a striking Ukrainian fantasy novel by acclaimed author Ilarion Pavlyuk that blends psychological depth with imaginative world-building. Centered on a young boy who simply cannot sleep and his mother who increasingly forgets everything — including her own identity — the story explores memory, loss, love, and the fragile border between reality and imagination. The narrative combines emotional resonance with fantastical elements, creating a unique reading experience that resonates long after the final page. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eNine-year-old Emil’s life is shaped by the impossible — he doesn’t sleep, and his mother’s mind slips into forgetfulness. To help her, Emil clings to a mysterious ritual that must be followed with perfect precision. Together they relocate to a snowy island where an abandoned school becomes their home. It is here that the lines between the real and the surreal begin to blur: one night, a phone rings in the empty corridors, and Emil hears the voice of his long-dead brother asking to be brought back. This eerie call sets Emil on a journey that challenges his understanding of life, death, and hope. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eThe novel’s emotional core revolves around love, memory, and resilience. Pavlyuk draws on themes of trauma and identity, showing how even the most impossible situations can reveal deeper truths about human connection. While younger readers may enjoy the fantastical adventure and rich imagination, adult readers will find deeper layers of meaning in the exploration of grief and psychological endurance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eEmil’s Book\u003c\/em\u003e is ideal for readers who appreciate literary fantasy with emotional depth, soulful storytelling, and thought-provoking themes. It’s a memorable addition to modern Ukrainian literature that stands out for its originality and emotional power.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilarion Pavlyuk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52894737858897,"sku":"9789664484944","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/0861\/5505\/files\/emils-book-ilarion-pavlyuk-black-hardcover-619.webp?v=1771254562"},{"product_id":"something-is-wrong-with-eliza","title":"Something Is Wrong with Eliza — Illarion Pavliuk (on sale December 16)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:2px solid #e03a1e;border-radius:8px;padding:12px 16px;margin-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#e03a1e;\"\u003e📅 Official sales start: December 16, 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-orders are open now — order today and we'll ship your copy as soon as the book is released and arrives at Booklya.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUkrainian-language edition.\u003c\/strong\u003e «Щось не так з Елайзою» (Something Is Wrong with Eliza) is the new science fiction novel by Illarion Pavliuk, author of the bestseller “I See You're Interested in Darkness”, published by Vydavnytstvo Staroho Leva (Old Lion Publishing House).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the book is about\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story is set in the future, after the Great War. East of Ukraine lies the Sector, an exclusion zone still roamed by autonomous combat robots. Disarming them is too expensive, so the territory has been fenced off, and its perimeter is patrolled by mixed crews: a human and a humanoid robot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring one patrol, Rey and Eliza crash and end up deep inside the Sector, surrounded by deadly machines. Then a critical failure hits the robot's system: the AI now believes it is human — and that its partner is the robot. There are supplies for only one person, but both believe they are human, and each is ready to sacrifice the other to get home. Because at home, Mia is waiting. A daughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho will enjoy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of “I See You're Interested in Darkness” waiting for Pavliuk's next story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of science fiction about artificial intelligence and the line between human and machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who loves tense survival stories where every decision has a price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen will I get it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe official sales start is \u003cstrong\u003eDecember 16, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pre-order now: we ship as soon as copies arrive at Booklya — 1–3 days within Spain, 2–6 days across Europe, or pick it up at our bookstore-café in Castellón. A great gift for Christmas and New Year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilarion Pavlyuk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55677802578257,"sku":"9789664487792","price":18.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/0861\/5505\/files\/D0_97_D0_BD_D1_96_D0_BC_D0_BE_D0_BA__D0_B5_D0_BA_D1_80_D0_B0_D0_BD_D0_B0_2026-11-02__D0_BE_17.07.35.png?v=1793955600"}],"url":"https:\/\/booklya.shop\/collections\/illarion-pavliuk.oembed","provider":"BOOKLYA ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}