Twenty years ago, the Russian-American journalist Anna Politkovskaya was killed in Moscow. Her work focused on human rights and the conflicts in Chechnya, and she became a symbol of journalistic integrity in the face of danger. In honor of her legacy, the French writer Jean-François Bouthors has written a novel titled The Vengeance of Anna P., in which Politkovskaya is the narrator. In an interview with the French newspaper Ouest-France, Bouthors explained that he chose Politkovskaya as the novel's narrator because of her courage and commitment to truth. "She remains for me a guide in the way of practicing journalism," he said, highlighting her influence on his approach to writing and storytelling. Bouthors' novel is a fictional account that explores themes of justice, resistance, and the moral responsibilities of journalists. By using Politkovskaya's voice, he aims to reflect on the challenges faced by those who report on war and injustice. The novel is part of a broader conversation about the role of journalism in society and the risks journalists take to expose uncomfortable truths. The book has sparked discussions about the dangers faced by journalists around the world and the importance of maintaining freedom of the press. Bouthors hopes that by giving Politkovskaya a voice in fiction, readers will be reminded of the real-life struggles and sacrifices made by those who seek to inform the public, even at great personal risk.