The Impatient (L'Impatiente) follows a young woman named Ramla in northern Cameroon who is forced to leave school and marry a wealthy businessman, despite her dreams of becoming a doctor. The story explores themes of forced marriage, polygamy, and women's rights in contemporary African society. Through Ramla's perspective and that of her co-wife, the novel examines how women navigate traditional customs, personal autonomy, and their aspirations for education and independence. This powerful narrative sheds light on the ongoing struggles against child marriage and gender inequality in the Sahel region.

Women Without Men is a groundbreaking novella that weaves magical realism with Iranian cultural critique. The story follows five women from different social backgrounds who escape oppressive circumstances by finding refuge in a mystical garden outside Tehran. Through surreal and symbolic narratives, Parsipur explores themes of female autonomy, sexuality, and resistance against patriarchal structures in Iranian society. Each woman's journey represents different forms of liberation: from forced marriage, social constraints, and traditional expectations. The book was initially banned in Iran for its feminist themes and frank discussion of women's experiences. It masterfully combines Persian literary traditions with contemporary feminist discourse, creating a powerful allegory about women's quest for independence and self-realization.

Moonbath (Bain de Lune) follows three generations of women in rural Haiti, centered around the Lafleur family. The story begins with the discovery of a young woman's body on a beach and unfolds through a lyrical narrative that weaves together family history, Haitian folklore, and political upheaval. Through the lives of these women, particularly grandmother Olmène and granddaughter Cétoute, Lahens explores themes of poverty, violence, spirituality, and survival in Haiti's complex social and political landscape. The novel masterfully incorporates Vodou beliefs and practices while examining the impact of dictatorships and foreign intervention on rural communities. Winner of the Prix Femina 2014, the book is celebrated for its poetic prose and profound exploration of Haiti's cultural memory and resilience.

The Inhabited Woman (La Mujer Habitada) is a powerful feminist novel that blends magical realism with political revolution. The story follows Lavinia, a modern-day architect from a privileged background in Nicaragua, who becomes possessed by the spirit of an indigenous woman warrior from the colonial era named Itza. Through this dual narrative, Belli explores themes of female empowerment, political awakening, and resistance against oppression. As Lavinia becomes increasingly involved in revolutionary activities against a dictatorial regime, Itza's ancient wisdom and warrior spirit guide her journey. The novel masterfully interweaves Nicaragua's historical struggle against Spanish colonizers with contemporary fights for democracy, while examining women's roles in social movements and the ongoing legacy of indigenous resistance.

The Passion According to G.H. is a philosophical novel that follows a wealthy Brazilian woman's profound existential crisis triggered by an encounter with a cockroach in her maid's empty room. The protagonist, known only as G.H., experiences a radical transformation of consciousness as she confronts the raw existence of the insect. Through stream-of-consciousness narrative, Lispector explores themes of identity, existence, spirituality, and the nature of being. The novel challenges conventional narrative structures and delves deep into questions of human nature, social class, and the boundaries between self and other. Written in 1964, this work is considered one of Lispector's masterpieces and a landmark of Brazilian modernist literature, known for its intense psychological exploration and philosophical depth.