Heart Attack for Gourmets

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By Volodymyr Vakulenko-K.

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"Heart Attack for Gourmets" by Volodymyr Vakulenko-K. is not just a novel — it's a literary feast. Written in 13 bold, thought-provoking chapters, this book challenges conventional storytelling with a daring fusion of postmodernism, irony, and poetic experimentation.

Set in the shadow of political unrest and cultural upheaval in Ukraine, the narrative serves up a surreal menu of themes: identity, resistance, absurdity, and the fragility of life. Vakulenko-K., an award-winning Ukrainian writer and human rights activist, transforms his personal experiences and national traumas into a powerful, fragmented, and unforgettable reading experience.

Whether you're a lover of avant-garde literature or simply hungry for a fresh voice in Eastern European fiction, "Heart Attack for Gourmets" will intrigue, provoke, and linger in your mind long after the final page.

A surreal, genre-defying novel from Ukraine's most fearless literary voice.
Heart Attack for Gourmets blends poetry, politics, and postmodernism in a sharp, layered narrative about identity, resistance, and absurdity. A must-read for fans of avant-garde fiction and courageous literature born in times of crisis.

📘 Why You'll Love This Book:

  • 🍷 A literary gourmet's delight – A bold, experimental novel that blends poetry, politics, and dark humor.
  • 🇺🇦 A voice from Ukraine – Deep insight into Ukrainian identity, post-Soviet transformation, and cultural resistance.
  • 🧠 Intellectual stimulation – Perfect for readers who crave postmodernism, metafiction, and philosophical reflection.
  • Written by a fighter – Authored by a dissident poet who dared to resist tyranny — and paid the ultimate price.
  • 📚 For readers of Bolaño, Pynchon, and Beckett – Complex, layered, and laced with irony and symbolism.
  • Don't miss this genre-defying novel from a fearless Ukrainian voice silenced too soon. Let it challenge your mind — and stir your soul.

    Heart Attack for Gourmets