Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger is a Ukrainian-American historical fiction writer. She started her writing career with short stories and travel narratives. She has won several awards for her short stories and novels and now primarily writes historical fiction. When she's not writing, she works as a business communications trainer, consultant, and coach.
Praise for Swimming with Spies * ""The rich, detailed descriptions of Sofiya's experience training the mammals, which Lucyk-Berger deftly blends with Ukrainian political history, are captivating and Sofiya's deep bond with them suffuses this affecting story of a preteen grappling with her understanding of her own Ukrainian Russian identity and the loss of her mother."" -- Publisher's Weekly, starred review ""As they hatch a daring plan to rescue the dolphins, their steadfast teamwork and mutual trust against a backdrop of conflict is inspiring. A heart-pounding, thought-provoking adventure based on true events."" -- Kirkus Reviews