Bisons. Kateryna Zinovieva

Kateryna Zinovieva's mystical thriller combines psychological tension, literary play and a story about ambitions that quickly get out of control. Five aspiring authors arrive at a remote Carpathian cottage for a writing intensive. However, the discovery of an anonymous manuscript destroys the atmosphere of creative relaxation - the text too accurately shows their weaknesses, motives and what no one would like to bring out. And then there is the death of one of the participants. When the written begins to coincide with reality, staying at the cottage turns into a dangerous trap from which not everyone will be able to get out. Kateryna Zinov'eva writes about the fear of failure, the desire to be noticed and the rivalry between people who dream of success. She depicts a creative environment where support easily mixes with competition, and sincerity can only be a game for the audience.The author shows how insecurity, envy and the need for other people's approval can push people to make questionable decisions.

The book combines a thriller, a detective intrigue and the world of writing. The Carpathians, a remote cottage and a mysterious manuscript create a feeling of complete isolation. The story develops gradually - the relaxed atmosphere of creative intensity gradually turns into tension, moving towards suspicion and paranoia.