A prism-like portrait of 1960s Turkey, where personal lives collide with political upheaval.

Ali, Dogan, and Olcay navigate a society on the cusp of change. The older generation clings to tradition, while the young generation seeks a new path, sparking conflict and testing the bonds of family and love. Set against the backdrop of Ankara, their intertwined lives question the meaning of fidelity—to each other, to their country, and to their ideals.

Noontime in Yenisehir is a powerful exploration of social class, political ideology, and the search for identity. For readers of world literature and character-driven stories, this award-winning novel offers a glimpse into a nation grappling with its future. Discover a questioning of what fidelity means—to sibling, lover, country, and cause.

Sevgi Soysal