Costly Illusions
Costly Illusions by Vesna Grudzinski Sutija, published by iUniverse in May 2013, is a literary fiction work that follows the life of Alexandra, the daughter of a well-regarded physician in her Croatian town. As a rebellious teenager, she grapples with her identity and desires, but her life takes a dramatic turn when her family decides to immigrate to America. This transition forces Alexandra to confront her past and the emotional turmoil of leaving her hometown behind.
In this narrative, readers will find Alexandra navigating the complexities of life in a new country while pursuing her dream of becoming a journalist. The story explores her experiences with love, marriage, and motherhood, particularly her relationship with her controlling husband, Carlos. As she seeks validation and connection, Alexandra’s journey leads her to a transformative encounter with her film teacher. This poignant tale delves into themes of self-discovery and the challenges of reconciling one’s past to find happiness in the future. With 248 pages, this edition is presented in English.
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Alexandra, daughter of her Croatian town’s favorite physicians, is hardly an obedient child. As a teenager, she lingers in the streets, lights forbidden cigarettes, and falls in love. But when she is seventeen, Alexandra is forced to leave everything behind when her family decides to immigrate to America. As the ship leaves the dock, Alexandra helplessly watches her hometown disappear in the distance as her tears transform the boat into a vessel of despair.
Alexandra struggles to adjust to life in a new country, nurturing her aspirations to become a journalist. Despite the perplexities of dating in America, Alexandra eventually meets an older businessman during her senior year in college. Lonely, insecure, and vulnerable, Alexandra marries Carlos and becomes pregnant almost immediately. Unprepared for marriage, motherhood, and the repercussions of living with a controlling partner, Alexandra seeks love and approval in the arms of her film teacher without any idea that what happens next will transform her identity as a woman, a mother, and a professional.
In this poignant tale, a woman embarks on a journey of self-discovery where she must resolve her past before she can achieve happiness in her future.
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