"This collection presents a series of mostly compelling love stories, adventures, and personal experiences that markedly diverge from the author’s usual narrative style. In Čerga (2005), the focus is placed squarely on the “better half” - women. The heroines span a range of ages and backgrounds, often with limited education, coming from both rural and urban settings, and living in varied social circumstances. Many find themselves - through no fault of their own - on the edge of despair.
These women are portrayed with depth, caught in a constant inner struggle as they resist the crudeness and misunderstanding of the world around them. They are torn between a harsh, unforgiving reality and dreams of a better life elsewhere. Most search in vain for that elusive happiness, burdened by personal secrets and unfulfilled longings."
— Živko Vujić on the short story collection Čerga, 2005