Téa Obreht's 'The Morningside' Delves into the Power of Stories and Identity

Set in a dystopian Manhattan, the novel explores the lives of a mother and daughter in a world transformed by climate change.

Téa Obreht releases her third novel, 'The Morningside,' exploring themes of home, identity, and the power of stories.
'The Morningside' is set in a future, climate change-affected Manhattan, depicting a mother and daughter's life in the crumbling luxury tower apartments.
The novel has received mixed reviews, with some critics finding its pace erratic and its exploration of refugees' plight underdeveloped.
Obreht, the youngest ever Orange Prize winner, continues to captivate readers with her magical realism and complex storytelling.
Obreht's work is influenced by a wide range of books and authors, from Roald Dahl to Cormac McCarthy, shaping her unique narrative style.