"Flight From The USSR" is a gripping and poignant memoir that follows the life of a young Georgian boy, who grows up under the oppressive regime of the Soviet Union. As he navigates the complexities of his turbulent homeland, the protagonist finds solace in his love for literature and dreams of escaping to the West. Faced with numerous challenges and heart-wrenching choices, he embarks on a daring journey that takes him across borders, revealing the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

"The Eighth Life" is an epic family saga that spans over a century, tracing the lives of a Georgian family through the tumultuous history of the Soviet Union. Beginning with the story of a young woman who escapes the Bolshevik Revolution, the novel delves into the lives of subsequent generations as they navigate through love, loss, and the enduring legacy of their family. With richly drawn characters and a captivating narrative, this book explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and the power of storytelling.

The novel follows two intertwined narratives. In the first, set in 1908, a Jewish immigrant is wrongfully accused of anarchism and murdered by the Chicago Chief of Police. In the second, set in modern times, a writer from Eastern Europe is investigating the century-old murder, leading him on a journey across Eastern Europe and eventually back to the United States. The narratives explore themes of love, immigration, and the pursuit of the American dream.