Three Apples Fell from Heaven by Micheline Aharonian Marcom is a haunting and poetic debut novel that captures the horror and humanity of the Armenian Genocide of 1915.
 
Through multiple voices—victims, survivors, and witnesses—Marcom paints a devastating portrait of a people struggling to endure unimaginable loss while holding onto faith and love.
 
Blending historical truth with lyrical storytelling, Marcom creates a mosaic of memory and spirit that honors the resilience of the Armenian people. This deeply moving novel stands among the most powerful works of modern historical fiction, evoking both sorrow and grace.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A lyrical, emotionally charged portrayal of one of history’s darkest moments.
Told through multiple voices, offering depth and intimacy.
Blends historical fact with poetic fiction, reminiscent of Toni Morrison and Michael Ondaatje.
A poignant tribute to endurance, culture, and human spirit.
Winner of critical acclaim and a PEN/USA Literary Award finalist.
📌 Perfect For
Fans of literary historical fiction
Readers of Armenian, Middle Eastern, or diaspora literature
Book clubs exploring themes of survival and collective memory
Fans of Toni Morrison, Isabel Allende, or Khaled Hosseini
Those drawn to poetic, immersive storytelling with historical depth