On June 10th, 2023, Dr. Choman Hardi was interviewed by Kurdsat TV about her latest novel, "Whispering Walls," a project she had dedicated years to, even during her time in London. The novel revolves around a family divided between London and Sulaimani, grappling with and reconciling family tragedies.
During the interview, Dr. Hardi shared that her inspiration to write stemmed from a desire to narrate the Kurdish experience to Western audiences, particularly highlighting the tragedies they have faced. This motivation led her to write the book in English, although she remains open to the possibility of a Kurdish translation in the future.
The interview also delved deeper into the book's themes beyond Kurdish history. Dr. Hardi uses the narrative to critique Kurdish society, specifically addressing a tendency to overlook and suppress past traumas. In the novel, this notion is symbolized by a physical wall that separates characters from confronting a family tragedy—a barrier ultimately destroyed as characters rise up and take action.