A warm, witty, and heartfelt coming-of-life story told through the curious eyes of Lilichka, a young Ukrainian girl whose boundless “why not?” attitude takes her from a small town in Ukraine to Angoulême, France. 

She reflects on student life in Ukraine, Switzerland, and France; awkward and funny Tinder romances; life on a farm; encounters with perpetually dissatisfied French locals; and her own evolving ambitions. 

What appears to be a simple travel-memoir diary becomes a rich and tender portrait of personal growth, cross-cultural discovery, and joyful curiosity about life’s possibilities.

Why It Sells

• Universally relatable protagonist for readers of all ages — those who dream big, take chances, and find humour in life’s unpredictability. 

• The book blends travel-diary memoir with intimate reflections on identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience in Europe — a mix that works well internationally. 

• Perfect for readers looking for both escape and emotional connection. 

• This book fits strong trends in global publishing: feel-good, character-driven memoir-lite, travel narrative, and cross-cultural coming-of-age stories.

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