When the mysterious Tatee walks into the renowned Manhattan Tango Studio all hell breaks loose, not a single person stays unaltered: old friendships are challenged and put to the test; seemingly confident women are alarmingly threatened by the novel newcomer’s presence; cool sleek men lose their steps, stuttering incomprehensible disobedient words. Unprepared for surreal and outlandish relationships she takes the role of an intrigued observer witnessing the unfolding drama where the dance floor reveals a theatre of the absurdity of human nature.
The other stories explore the profoundness of human psyche where joy, suffering, humour and even madness can all be found. Encounter stories about cult escapees, an incompetent lawyer, a liberated husband, a case of mistaken identity and the serendipitous nature of synchronicity.
Posted by Vilma from Croatia on 6th Feb 2021
Branka never disappoints.I read all her books and never stop wondering in what direction her creative mind is able to take us.Where is she going to take us this time? Usually deep down into her characters' soul.She analyses with surgical precision,gives us a psychological image,and manages to breathe life into them in a warm and human way.It's all about human values and defects.Vanity,arrogance but also kindness and love.Deepest human emotions.I highly recommend to read and discover it for yourselves.Pure pleasure. Excellent!
Posted by Samantha Lewis on 2nd Feb 2021
I've read all Branka Cubrilo’s novels but this compilation of short stories truly shows her mastery of this special literary genre. Every story is a unique new world, new thought and sentiment, and new experiment of Postmodernism style. If one is kin to know Ms Cubrilo’s real talent, one shouldn't miss a story of Margarita’s Garden. This book is truly a must read.