From a Sealed Room

Exploring themes of family and the impact of war, the story follows Maya as she moves to Jerusalem after the Gulf War to escape her troubled relationship with her mother. There, she connects with her cousin Tami, who struggles with her own family dynamics amidst the threat of missile attacks. Maya's transformative encounters with Shifra, a Holocaust survivor, empower her to face her past and seek healing. The novel delves into the complexities of personal and historical trauma, highlighting the resilience found in human connections.