The Richinsky Sisters: Volume 1 – Iryna Vilde (Ukrainian Paperback)

The Richinsky Sisters: Volume 1 is a sweeping historical novel by Iryna Vilde that brings the turbulent early 20th century to vivid life through the eyes of five sisters. Following the sudden death of their father, daughters of a Greek-Catholic priest suddenly find themselves bereft of financial support and thrust into a world they barely understand. Left with a pile of worthless shares from a bankrupt company and no safety net, they refuse to be relegated to passive dependents who rely on marriage or romantic approval. Instead, each sister steps up—determined to forge an independent identity, define her own concept of success, and claim control of her destiny in a patriarchal society. 

Published in 2023 by Vikhola, this first installment spans 704 pages, presented in a snug 145 × 200 mm paperback format, and weighs approximately 950 g—designed for deep, immersive historical reading. 

Celebrated for its psychological depth and classic literary quality, The Richinsky Sisters was awarded the prestigious Shevchenko Prize in 1965 and remains one of Vilde’s most monumental works.