The Story

Η αγάπη (The Love) follows three central characters in a remote Greek village. We meet a young woman, promised by her family to one man, but drawn to another. The man she's meant to marry represents stability and tradition. The man she loves represents a different kind of life, one that feels more true to her. Their personal struggle plays out against the backdrop of a village where everyone knows your business, and old customs hold immense power. The trilogy unfolds the consequences of their choices across years, showing how one decision can ripple through an entire community.

Why You Should Read It

What grabbed me wasn't just the love triangle, but the incredible sense of place. Christovasilis makes you feel the dust of the village paths and the weight of everyone's gaze. The characters feel real because their biggest enemy isn't each other—it's the unspoken rules they've all internalized. You'll find yourself arguing with them, hoping they'll be brave, and aching when they can't be. It’s a powerful look at how love gets shaped, and sometimes crushed, by the world around it.

Final Verdict

Perfect for readers who love character-driven stories and rich historical settings. If you enjoyed the family sagas of writers like Thomas Hardy or the emotional landscapes of classic literature, but want to explore a corner of Greece rarely seen in fiction, this is your next great read. It’s a slow, thoughtful burn, not a fast-paced thriller, so settle in with a coffee and let the story pull you into its world.