Little Bird Hearts – Victoria Lloyd-Barlow (Ukrainian Paperback)

Little Bird Hearts by Victoria Lloyd-Barlow is a poetic and psychologically nuanced debut. The story unfolds in the Lake District of northwest England, centering on Sandy Forrester—a meticulous woman with unique routines: consuming only white food on certain days, drinking solely carbonated beverages, avoiding clocks, and navigating life with guidance from an old etiquette manual and Sicilian folklore. Her orderly world shifts dramatically when the charismatic couple, Vita and Rollo, move in next door. Their presence disrupts Sandy’s carefully arranged life, yet for the first time, she feels needed. However, the façade conceals something darker.

This emotionally rich narrative explores themes of family, friendship, origin, prejudice, and trauma. Praised for psychological depth and wit, the novel earned a longlist spot for the 2023 Booker Prize. Victoria Lloyd-Barlow draws from her own experience with autism spectrum disorder to craft Sandy’s perspective with authenticity and sensitivity

Published in 2024 by Laboratorija, this Ukrainian paperback edition comprises 288 pages, measures 145 × 215 mm It is a touching exploration of identity, belonging, and healing.