The stories in *Cerita di Balik Noda* remind us that children are a never-ending source of life’s wisdom if we choose to see them through a lens of love. Their mischief sparkles like gold, and their innocence shines like the morning sun, warming our souls. Perhaps it is the mothers, who bring children into the world, that can most readily see this with their love. It’s no surprise that m…
Pintu (the Door) is the continuation of Jendela-Jendela (the Windows). However, this novel can be read alone. Bowo, is the main character. A guy with a Javanese background, Bowo was born with the third eyes or sixth senses. This novels tells his story from the day he was born until the day he has out of this world experiences. Also, not forgetting is his relationships with several women that cl…
Autobiographical fiction of Fira Basuki, Indonesian women author.
Atap (The Roof), is the continuation of Jendela-Jendela (The Windows) and Pintu (The Door). The end of this trilogy tells an end story of June and Bowo, characters from the previous novels. Finally, June has found her man. The identity of the x-man, a misterious man that loves her is finally revealed. In the other hand, Bowo, his brother, has another adventorous journeys. He has sharpen his thi…
The windows tell the story of a young couple's life. June, the main character, unveils her secrets. She shares her past, her friends, and various stories related to her life. The novel is set against diverse backdrops, including America, Singapore, and Indonesia. It openly addresses questions about the values of life. Why is life not as simple as people think? Why doesn’t marriage always end …