This article explores the complex psychological world of second-generation Turks born in Germany or immigrated there focusing on their struggles with cultural identity and internal conflicts. Through an analysis of novel Strong Tea with Three Sugars the study examines how these individuals see the tensions between their family’s traditional values and the modern expectations. The novel is a result of the feeling of alienation experienced by the protagonists, who are neither fully accepted as Germans nor fully embraced by Turkish society, even though they live together. The discussion covers main themes such as cultural hybridity, familial pressures, and difficulties of self-definition, and expands on how language, memory, and identity shape the characters’ internal experiences and interactions with the world around them. The narrative reveals the emotional burden of balancing two distinct cultural expectations and the silent struggles these individuals endure. Ultimately, the novel provides a profound and nuanced exploration of the existential dilemmas faced by second-generation Turkish immigrants. This analysis aims to offer a deeper comprehension of their psychological and cultural realities, shedding light on the silent yet powerful screams of a generation caught between two worlds.
Ozber Can (Wed,) studied this question.