Someone Else's Life

The collection features fifteen unsettling stories that explore the theme of estrangement, reflecting the author's unique background as a former Soviet computer programmer and later a cinematographer. Through a blend of magic realism and personal insights, Elena Dolgopyat delves into the alienation experienced in various aspects of life. Her narratives reveal a deep sensitivity to the complexities of existence, making each story a compelling examination of the feeling of being out of place in the world.