Alisha Gamisch debuts with novel ‘Parasiti’ exploring Russian-German identity

Recent literary reviews highlight several new works, including the debut novel ‘Parasiti’ by Alisha Gamisch. The novel follows three generations of Russian-German women, tracing their lives from 1960s Novosibirsk to contemporary Fürstenfeldbruck. The narrative explores themes of displacement, gender roles, and the struggle to maintain tradition amidst hardship.

Other notable literary news includes the upcoming film adaptation of Juli Zeh’s bestseller ‘Corpus Delicti’, scheduled for release in October 2026. Additionally, 2024 Nobel Prize winner Han Kang has released a new book containing her Nobel lecture, personal reflections, and diary entries regarding her writing process and gardening.