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I think you might like Swallows of Mostar.
If you want to learn about Franka and Mirna and their journey into the sexist world of cliff diving in a small conservative town, my book is available everywhere books are sold.
Neira I'm here to talk about writing and my cat. Swallows of Mostar out now!
I'm listening to the Dunk and Egg novellas and I'm once again reminded that there is no universes in which the main series end with some cliche about Jon being the chosen one, a simple good vs evil battle. I really doubt that boy will see the throne.
That's not the story GRR Martin is writing. His style and priorities are much more interesting.
Wealthy, powerful and living the dream, Elman, going by the stage name TheMan, is one of the most famous rappers in his small, homophobic country.
What nobody know is that he and his costar Abdulah have been in a secret relationship for over a decade, an affair they are both addicted to and terrified of being discovered.
When Abdulah gets engaged to his longterm Beard and threatens to break up the affair, Elman, in a spiral of depression and self hatred, reaches out to his first love Mirza, who is now an out and proud LGBT activist.
Under the pressure to perform and make music that he hates, Elman has to chose between the life of secrets and wealth with Abdulah or an authentic existence with Mirza.
TW for alcohol, homophobia, drugs.
If you like fucked up people fucking each other's lives, this is the story for you 🫵
I think you'd like this story: "Mutually Assured Destruction" by NeraLovich on Wattpad https://www.wattpad.com/story/409229928?utm_source=android&utm_medium=com.tumblr&utm_content=story_info&wp_page=story_details_button&wp_uname=NeraLovich
Wealthy, powerful and living the dream, Elman, going by the stage name TheMan, is one of the most famous rappers in his small, homophobic co
I've seen people talking about their casting for Carl and I would like to nominate:
Peter Claffey.
He's big, he's beefy, he's playing Dunk in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and he's not Chris Pratt.
Jesus in Dungeon Crawler Carl!
You know what that means:
You go into Dungeon Crawler Carl thinking it's going to be fun and maybe a bit stupid in that entreating way.
And you're right, but it's also
If you want some wholesome queer romance, may I suggest Swallows of Mostar?
Mirna and Franka must work together to break into the sexist world of bridge diving in a small historical town of Mostar 🇧🇦. Falling in love was never a part of the plan.
This story of a blonde Slav and a dark haired North american falling in love might be what you need while you wait for more Heated Rivalry.
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Review: Swallows of Mostar
Author: Neira Fazlović
Genre: YA, romance, sports, LGBTQ+
Date: 23/11/2025
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I don't often buy books as soon as they come out, but I was so excited for this one that I actually pre-ordered it. A queer romance set in Mostar about jumping from Stari Most in the Neretva river? Sign me up!
The story follows Franka Garcia as she reluctantly leaves the house and her studies to enjoy a nice summer day in the city. A walnut and fig ice cream in one hand and her phone in the other, she gets too close to the ledge of the Old Bridge and finds herself falling through a gap in the fence. Luckily, she's saved by Mirna, a girl working in the nearby souvenir shop, who plunges after her and saves her from drowning. Their "little stunt" brings them a good deal of unexpected attention, one both of them decide to take advantage of to relive the thrill of the jump.
This book offers a lot to fall in love with, starting with the main characters. Franka and Mirna are headstrong, intelligent, driven young women who are easy to sympathize with and, similarly, easy to fall in love with. Franka struggles with adapting to a new culture and learning about her roots, while Mirna has to fight for a right to participate in the sport of cliff diving. Both are put in the position where they're trying to find or fight for their own place in the world, particularly the people they are a part of. Their story is one of trying to fit in, but also re-defining society's standards and creating a new, accepting, and more diverse surrounding that would accept them as they are.
In turn, cliff diving becomes more than a sport, more than a thrill or the need to compete. It is a symbol of complete freedom. The jump is a faint, fleeting moment of utter acceptance by the world, and it is marvelously portrayed by the author who mentions how Neretva "embraces" them as they dive. The town and the people might not accept Franka and Mirna as their own, but the river whose stream offers life to the city is the one who wholeheartedly welcomes them. It is what makes their goal of competing so much more touching, and it is a gorgeous, emotional addition to their dreams.
The romance might start off rocky, emphasizing the differences between them and the privileges and prejudices they both face or are still up against, but their stubbornness and shared love for diving presents them with a common goal they decide to work together for. This provides the perfect setting for them to grow close, and the author allows a copious amount of cute, funny, and sweet moments that make the romance truly blossom.
The beautiful city of Mostar serves as the perfect setting, and is integral both to the plot and to the romance. Aside from the Old Bridge, there's a dozen other incredible sights and monuments mentioned throughout the books, offering an immersive experience of the city and offering the reader a true slice of its charm - the delicious food, the busy souvenir shops, the beautiful parks.
On the other hand, some places also point to Mostar's tumultuous history. Even though the book doesn't directly deal with the Bosnian war, it does touch on its aftermath. The Old Bridge is portrayed as both the precarious divide and the unmoving link between two separate sides. While Franka and Mirna are not burdened by the weight of the past, they are cognizant of its effect on the present. They are aware their friendship and cooperation means a lot more to the public and consequently, them personally. Yet, at the same time, they are not burdened by it. Instead, they acknowledge it and form their own relationship to the aftermath of the war, one that both understands and respects it, but also allows them to exist outside of it.
"Swallows of Mostar" was a truly charming novel that I thoroughly enjoyed. Neira has written a truly unique story which explores so many important and interesting themes, but also keeps it whimsical and cute. This book is a true delight and absolutely recommend it, especially if you're looking for a perfect summer beach read. ❤
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Swallows of Mostar are here!
Dear book lovers, rejoice!
Swallows of Mostar, my debut YA novel, is now out!
A queer love story about two young women trying to make it in the sexist world of cliff diving in the historic town of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina!
Buy it here!
And add it on goodreads <3
Read more about it on my blog
Swallows of Mostar are almost here!
Dear book lovers, rejoice!
Swallows of Mostar, my debut YA novel, is in preorders!
A queer love story about two young women trying to make it in the sexist world of cliff diving in the historic town of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina!
Preorders here!
And add it on goodreads <3
Read more about it on my blog
I'm excited to finally share the news with the world:
My YA contemporary sports romance is going to be published by NineStar Press!
The story of two young women fighting to break into the deeply misogynistic world of bridge diving in the city of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, will be out in 2025 and I couldn't be happier!
I can't wait to share more with you and for you all to meet Franka and Mirna.
I can't believe I'm publishing a YA book containing the phrase: “Šta je, pičke? Are you afraid of women?”
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Thrilling, I know.
In reality, I've been stuck doing my PhD and haven't written anything outside that in like a month and a half. I miss writing so much.
As soon as I'm either done or officially fail (it's like 50:50 at this moment), I'm going back to my magical PhD book and the mushroom book. Or editng ZomCom. Or doing anything else.
Let's create how my new character looks.
Her name is Lin, she's a scientist in a fantasy world. She hates her job and her life.
Her look doesn't matter for her character thatm much (she just needs to be frumpy), but I keep imagining her looking like me. Given how much of my life I'm stealing for this book, that won't work.
So, here we are:
hair
short and black
blonde tight curls
a vibrant colour with an undercut
long, brown
bald
I'm bald (other)
body
short, dark skin, strong
skinny, tall, pale
conventionally hot af, whatever skin colour
something else
tattoos and other
covered in tattoos
has many piecings
few special tattoos/piercings
none, thank you
eyes and face
blue eyes, oval face, many freckles
brown eyes, round face, button nose, a scar or two
strong roman nose, high cheekbones, black eyes
other
Thank you everyone.
Lin is a tall muscular tattoo covered butch who is genius when it comes to science and gym and an idiot when it comes to anything else.
I think that's kinda funny to write.
Let's create how my new character looks.
Her name is Lin, she's a scientist in a fantasy world. She hates her job and her life.
Her look doesn't matter for her character thatm much (she just needs to be frumpy), but I keep imagining her looking like me. Given how much of my life I'm stealing for this book, that won't work.
So, here we are:
hair
short and black
blonde tight curls
a vibrant colour with an undercut
long, brown
bald
I'm bald (other)
body
short, dark skin, strong
skinny, tall, pale
conventionally hot af, whatever skin colour
something else
tattoos and other
covered in tattoos
has many piecings
few special tattoos/piercings
none, thank you
eyes and face
blue eyes, oval face, many freckles
brown eyes, round face, button nose, a scar or two
strong roman nose, high cheekbones, black eyes
other
