A Dark Tale from Cottonwood Grove

February 1, 2025 by

Cursed with a cleft lip and a disreputable father, Mat has been an outcast since birth in Cottonwood Grove, his village in Indonesia. Never having known love or kindness, he grows up to be a violent and aggressive man, ever ready to kill anyone who annoys him. Inayatun is the village beauty, … [Read more...]

Malam Pertama Calon Pendeta

January 19, 2025 by

Bali is often praised for having a society that values mutual respect, full of tolerance, and lives in a balanced relationship between nature, individuals, and God. However, it is also well known that the island's customs, traditions, and caste system are sources of conflict. These issues are often … [Read more...]

Satine

January 12, 2025 by

Written by acclaimed Indonesian writer Ika Natassa, Satine is a thought-provoking novel that delves into themes of loneliness, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships. The story follows Satine, a woman who seemingly has a perfect life—successful, independent, and in control. … [Read more...]

Monumen

January 11, 2025 by

In this collection of short stories, *Monumen*, Dini narrates various things based on actual events. Among them are stories about ordinary people (short stories "Si Pencit" and "Perumnas") and domestic conflicts (short stories "Yustina" and "Kawin Perak"). Additionally, Dini expresses social … [Read more...]

Rasa

September 14, 2024 by

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