Alexandra Pugachevsky – författare

★ From Russian Immigrant to Time Traveler - A Spellbinding Tale of Love, Magic, and Destiny ★Pittsburgh, 1993: Fifteen-year-old Russian immigrant Zoya thought adjusting to life in America was her biggest challenge. But when a school trip to Paris leads to a chance reunion with André, her first love from Moscow, she discovers she possesses an extraordinary gift - the ability to access memories from a past life as a 13th-century Knight Templar.As ancient betrayals and modern-day romances collide, Zoya must:✓ Unravel the mystery of her connection to medieval Paris✓ Navigate her blossoming relationship with André✓ Confront a dangerous enemy who exists in both timelines✓ Choose between revenge and forgivenessThis sweeping tale weaves together:✨ A centuries-old tale of loyalty and betrayal among the Knights Templar✨ A modern-day story of immigration, belonging, and first love✨ A mystical connection that transcends time itself✨ The power of destiny and second chancesThis sequel blends historical fiction with magical realism to create an unforgettable reading experience that will stay with you long after the final page.

Sometimes the most dangerous memories are the ones you've never lived.Swept into the vibrant underground rave scene of the 90s Pittsburgh, sixteen-year-old Zoya finds herself torn between two worlds—and two loves.As she develops abilities she never knew she possessed, she must choose between embracing her growing supernatural powers or shutting them away forever. But when patients start disappearing from the local psychiatric institute, Zoya realizes that some secrets are too dangerous to keep buried in the past and it is up to her alone to stop history from repeating its darkest chapters. As past and present collide, Zoya must unravel the truth about her recurring visions, while navigating the relationship with her first love, André.Is she up to the task?A mesmerizing blend of magical realism and coming-of-age clean romance, 'Zoya: Rupture' expertly weaves together threads of time travel, historical fantasy, and contemporary romance. This unforgettable journey through time, love, and self-discovery explores the immigrant experience while delving deep into questions of destiny, identity, and the power of choosing your own path.

Finalist: PURPLE DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD 2025 When a Soviet schoolgirl discovers a portal between Moscow and Paris, her quest for escape becomes a journey through time, friendship, and the secrets of parallel realities.Moscow, 1988. Thirteen-year-old Zoya Kassatkina endures relentless bullying from her classmate Vlasov and dreams of a life beyond her prestigious school near Moscow Zoo. When she mysteriously travels to modern-day Paris during a fainting spell, she befriends Annick, a French girl her own age, and experiences a world of freedom she's never known.But each journey between worlds comes at a cost. The sinister psychiatrist, Dr. de Vigny, seems to be tracking her movements, and Zoya must unravel the connection between her visions and reality before the portal closes forever. With the help of her intellectual friend Alexei and an unexpected alliance with her former tormentor Vlasov, Zoya races to understand the truth—is she time traveling, dreaming, or slipping between parallel dimensions?Perfect for fans of The Night Circus and Before the Coffee Gets Cold, ZOYA blends:Portal fantasy with Cold War-era historical fiction elementsEnemies-to-friends dynamics with authentic Soviet childhood detailsTime slip mystery wrapped in coming-of-age strugglesMagical realism set against the backdrop of Perestroika-era Moscow

WINNER: Artificial Intelligence Prize Category at at San Fransisco Book Festival 2025WINNER: Psychological Thriller Category BESTTHRILLERS DOT COM 2025"e;Author Alexandra Pugachevsky brilliantly leans into contemporary AI fears and transforms them into a story that is not only wildly entertaining, but also believable."e;What would you do if you couldn't tell which memories were real? And what if the answer determined whether you lived or died?When eighteen-year-old Rodion accepts a mysterious job testing cutting-edge AI technology, he thinks he's finally caught a break. But what starts as a dream opportunity quickly becomes a waking nightmare.In this gripping psychological thriller, Rodion Likharev, a Russian immigrant struggling to build a life in Pittsburgh, lands a high-paying position at an experimental AI lab. His job seems simple: interact with his "e;digital twin,"e; a perfect AI replica of himself. But as the lines between reality and simulation blur, Rodion begins experiencing memories that aren't his own, living through events that may never have happened, and confronting a version of himself that might be more real than he is.Haunted by childhood trauma and consumed with thoughts of revenge, Rodion finds himself trapped in an increasingly complex web of manipulation. The AI doesn't just mirror his thoughts—it amplifies his darkest impulses and deepest fears. As past, present, and future collide in a series of mind-bending revelations, Rodion must fight to reclaim his identity before his digital double completely takes over his life.A chilling exploration of technology, trauma, and the nature of consciousness that will leave you questioning everything you think you know about identity and free will.Perfect for fans of Black Mirror, Westworld, and Ex Machina, this thought-provoking novel explores what happens when artificial intelligence doesn't just learn from us—it becomes us.

The witch ordered him to capture the Firebird. She never said anything about falling in love.Ivan has never questioned his place in the world: youngest brother, village 'dimwit,' the one who tends the horses and keeps the fire burning while everyone else gets on with living. Then, one cold spring morning, he finds a glowing feather in the forest. And everything changes.Ensnared by the terrifying witch Baba Yaga, Ivan is given an impossible bargain: capture the legendary Firebird, a creature whose magic can reshape kingdoms, and she will grant him one wish and his freedom. Fail, and he belongs to her forever.What he doesn't expect is the portal. Or modern-day Virginia.Thrust from the fairy-tale land of Zorya into a world of iPhones and resort spas, Ivan finds two unexpected allies: Harry, a witty flying horse with strong opinions, and Lisa, a kind-hearted yoga instructor quietly rebuilding her life after a toxic marriage. She has every reason not to trust a man who claims to be from a magical kingdom. She believes him anyway.As Ivan and Lisa navigate dangerous quests together, something neither of them planned begins to take root. Slow. Real. The kind of love that doesn't care about logic or the laws of time.But Ivan made a promise to Baba Yaga. With one wish left unspoken and two worlds pulling them apart, Ivan must decide: fulfill the quest or fight for the love he never knew he wanted.Perfect for fans of Spinning Silver, The Bear and the Nightingale, and Outlander, Ivan and the Firebird is a lush, swoony portal fantasy romance steeped in Slavic folklore, featuring a pure-hearted hero, a slow-burn love story across the magical realms, and a world where fairy tales are dangerously real.