Cages on Opposite Shores: A Novel

by Janset Berkok Shami

Set in Istanbul, this novel tells the story of Meral, a modern-day Turkish woman searching for identity and renewal after leaving her husband of 11 years and realizing for the first time her part-Armenian heritage.

Genres: Turkish

256 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1994

Reviews

[Dottie · Rating 2 out of 5]

interesting read about a Turkish woman who realizes that she is of Armenian descent. She discovers much about herself through her mother's letters which she finds upon return to her home after deciding to leave her husband. She comes from a well-to-do environment and is seeking her real identity. There are several 'weak' male roles which play well with this strong female.