Tunes for Dancing Bears

By Irena Karafilly

A haunting exploration of grief, marriage, and cultural identity.

In Montreal, September 1991, Lydia and John Gabriel face the unimaginable: the stillbirth of their child. As they navigate the aftermath, their already fragile marriage comes under intense scrutiny, set against the backdrop of their differing cultural backgrounds.

Lydia, the daughter of Greek immigrants, grapples with feelings of failure, while John confronts his own demons. Tunes for Dancing Bears delves into the complexities of loss, family dynamics, and the immigrant experience, asking: Can love and hope endure in the face of profound sorrow? This is a touching story for readers seeking emotionally resonant literary fiction.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1771863811
• ISBN13: 9781771863810
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Baraka Books
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 8.0"