The Tiger's Wife (novel)

*The Tiger’s Wife* by Téa Obreht is a novel that weaves together a coming-of-age story with folklore, set in a war-torn Balkan country. It follows a young doctor named Natalia, who investigates her grandfather’s death and remembers stories he told her about a mysterious tiger—symbolizing resilience and the intersection of myth and reality. Through the narrative, themes of memory, loss, and cultural tradition unfold, blending personal and collective history. The novel uses enchanting storytelling to explore how myths help individuals and communities cope with trauma and uncertainty.