Swallows — Lastivky (Ukrainian Edition, Paperback) by Khrystyna Sashuk

In Swallows (Ластівки), author Khrystyna Sashuk weaves a personal, heartfelt narrative of love, identity, and perseverance against life’s trials. Set in the framework of everyday encounters, the book reveals how the smallest signs—like the return of swallows—can become symbols of hope and connection.

Kris works in an IT company in Kharkiv as an office manager. Freshly inked with a tattoo on her left leg, she finds herself falling for her own company’s director. She decides to tell her story: honest, intimate, sometimes painful—yet full of resilience. Together, the worlds of wealth and hardship collide, revealing that we all share dreams, regrets, and the urge to belong. 

Published in 2024 by Orlando, this edition is 194 pages long and comes in a 145 × 205 mm paperback format.  Its compact size makes it perfect for on-the-go reading, while its emotional depth makes it a compelling addition to any modern Ukrainian literature collection.