Maria Reva's debut novel, 'Endling,' combines humor with tragedy through its central character, Yeva, who drives a campervan around Ukraine rescuing endangered snails. Her mission to breed these creatures takes a poignant turn as she encounters 'endlings,' the last of their kind. Instead of ensuring a future for these species, Yeva finds herself in a grim role akin to a hospice nurse for extinction. The novel blends the serious theme of biodiversity loss with dark comedy, showcasing Yeva's struggles with mental health and financial instability while navigating her obsession with conservation.
One of the pleasures of this book is the jawdropping coup de theatre that comes halfway through, offering readers a blend of humor and tragedy.
Yeva drives a converted campervan in Ukraine, rescuing endangered snails, only to find herself nursing species towards extinction instead of fostering their survival.
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