Sarah Hanley
Matka is based loosely on my grandparents. I've been carrying the idea around in my head for years to write a biography of my grandfather and his experiences during and after World War 2, but more recently when I became a mother, my grandmother's story really resonated with me.
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I really enjoyed reading about Matka being inspired by your grandparents. That must make the project feel even more meaningful. I imagine wea ...more
Sep 13, 2025 05:36AM · flag