The House in Smyrna

A woman with a mysterious illness is challenged by her grandfather to open the door to his childhood home in the Turkish city of Smyrna. As she journeys from Rio de Janeiro, she reflects on her family's displacement throughout Europe, including her grandfather's migration from Turkey to Brazil and her parents' exile in Portugal. The House in Smyrna is a poignant exploration of one woman's search for self-discovery and understanding of her place in her family's history. With its sweeping setting and heartfelt storytelling, this novel is a true gem from a rising star in Brazilian literature.