The Last Train From Mariupol

The Last Train from MariupolInspired by a true story, and set against the vibrant yet fragile backdrop of pre-war Mariupol, this intimate memoir-novel follows a young Czech journalist who arrives in the city seeking stories, connections, and a sense of belonging. As he navigates local life, friendships, and a budding romance with Angelina, the rhythm of ordinary days is captured in vivid detail - from café encounters to walks through the city, family breakfasts, and quiet moments of reflection.
But life in Mariupol is soon upended by the chaos of invasion. Streets once familiar become dangerous, communication is cut off, and survival becomes the only certainty. The narrative intensifies as the protagonist and Angelina struggle to find safety, culminating in their desperate effort to catch the last train out of the city