Doctor Caccioni — A Ukrainian Literary Melodrama by Halyna Zhurba

Doctor Caccioni is a classic Ukrainian novel by Halyna Zhurba that delves deep into the emotional and moral complexities of love, betrayal, and societal expectations. Set in a small Volyn town during World War I, this 320-page hardcover is a literary gem from the Vivat Classics series.

The story follows Zhenya, a lively and tender-hearted young woman whose carefree life changes forever when she falls for the mysterious Doctor Caccioni. He is older, enigmatic, and carries secrets that will test the very core of her beliefs and desires. The novel explores how passion can transform, elevate, and destroy — set against the backdrop of war, provincial life, and cultural constraints.

Zhurba’s writing is lyrical and atmospheric, filled with the scent of lilacs, the silence of long evenings, and the tremors of unspoken truths. This is more than a love story — it is a reflection on memory, sacrifice, and the haunting beauty of lost dreams. Ideal for lovers of historical fiction, emotional depth, and Ukrainian literary heritage.