The main characters are two sisters who have different views on life and their relationship with each other and the world around them. One sister is a supporter of the Soviet regime and the other is a nationalist. They both learn embroidery from their grandmother and develop their own unique styles. The book explores themes such as love, family, and the importance of preserving traditional crafts in times of war and social upheaval. The plot of the book 'Майстерня вишивки' revolves around the lives of two sisters, Олена and Наталя, who live in a small village in Ukraine during the Second World War. The girls are very different from each other, but they share a deep love for embroidery, which they learned from their grandmother. Олена is a supporter of the Soviet regime and believes in the power of communism to bring about equality and justice, while Наталя is a nationalist who dreams of an independent Ukraine. Despite their differences, the sisters are very close and have a strong bond, but their views on life and politics create tension between them. As the war rages on, the girls face many challenges and struggles, including the loss of their grandmother, who taught them the art of embroidery.

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