CroatiaThe article discusses Marinko Koščec's new novel 'Over the Bridge,' which blends elements of techno-thriller, psychodrama, satire, and grotesque. The protagonist, Janko, is a librarian nearing retirement who returns to his childhood village after his father's death, only to find it transformed by new residents from Nepal buying cheap houses and renovating them. The novel explores themes of modern life's chaos, loneliness, and societal changes through Janko's personal journey and the evolving dynamics of the village. Koščec continues to craft a unique literary world that reflects on human society's challenges.
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