Translated Fiction Book Club: 27/08 She Who Remains by Rene Karabash

Join us for an exciting evening to discuss translated literature. Whether you're a fan of literary fiction or just looking to try something new, this book club hopes to achieve just that. In August, we will be looking at Rene Karabash's She Who Remains, translated from Bulgarian by Izidora Angel, which was shortlisted for the 2026 International Booker Prize. Date: Thursday 28th of August Venue: Max Minerva's, 47 Henleaze Road, BS9 4JU Time: Doors at 18:30. Discussion at 18:45. Finish at 19:45. Tickets: Attendance for the book club is free, but if you could register your place through the website, it helps us to gauge numbers. If you would like to buy a copy of the book, you can order it through us and show up on the night. ABOUT SHE WHO REMAINS High in the Accursed Mountains, in a village ruled by the ancient laws of the Kanun, Bekija escapes an arranged marriage by becoming a sworn virgin, renouncing her womanhood to live as a man. Her decision sets off a brutal chain of events, destroying her family and separating her from the one she loves the most. Years later, as Bekija – now Matija – tells their story to a visiting journalist, long-buried truths come to light, along with the realisation of all that might have been. Shortlisted for the 2026 International Booker Prize. ABOUT PEIRENE PRESS Peirene Press is an award-winning independent publisher. Founded in 2008, specialising in bringing exciting literary fiction and novellas from around the world, especially Europe, to English-language readers. https://www.peirenepress.com/