Disappearing Earth

Book • 2019
Disappearing Earth by Julia Phillips is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the lives of women and girls in a remote Russian community following the disappearance of two young sisters.

The story unfolds over a year, each chapter focusing on a different character connected to the event, highlighting social and ethnic tensions in the region.

The novel explores themes of identity, community, and the struggles faced by women in isolated societies.

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Mentioned by Suzanne Gluck as a novel that was up for a National Book Award.
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