Blue Jewellery

In the novel "Blue Jewelry," Filiz, a young woman trapped in an abusive marriage, endures physical and mental abuse from her husband Yunus. Despite their move to Istanbul and Austria, Filiz cannot escape the cycle of violence and love that has become inseparable in her life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 152 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2022
Publisher: Seagull Books London Ltd

Blue jewelry, a haunting tale of a woman trapped in an abusive marriage, is now available in paperback format. This powerful novel delves into the world of Filiz, a young woman who falls in love with Yunus, a young and beautiful man. Despite her father's objections, they marry when Filiz is just thirteen years old. Yunus becomes her entire universe, all-encompassing and all-powerful. However, their dream of living in the West, escaping their small village in Anatolia for freedom and autonomy, quickly crumbles. Yunus, only a few years older than his bride, transforms their marriage into a prison of dependency and violence. Filiz is subjected to physical and mental abuse, forced to veil herself, and treated as a house slave. When she becomes pregnant, Filiz seems to have reached her breaking point. Yet, she endures. As Yunus moves his young family to Istanbul and then to Austria, the life he once promised her seems within reach. However, the cycle of violence and love that has become inseparable from Filiz's life continues to haunt her.

Katharina Winkler's poignant story of a marriage dominated by violence gives a voice to a resilient young woman whose determination to survive is unwavering. Through Filiz's struggles, readers witness the devastating consequences of domestic abuse and the strength it takes to break free from it. Blue jewelry serves as a powerful symbol of the marks left on women's bodies, inflicted by the men around them, and highlights the need for greater awareness and support for survivors of such violence. This novel is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of human relationships and the importance of seeking help and support when needed.

Weight: 178g
Dimension: 205 x 127 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803090023