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randallflagg
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The novel is divided into four parts. The first part focuses exclusively on Mariam, the second and fourth parts focus on Laila, and the third part switches focus between Mariam and Laila with each…
Though not a huge fan of contemporary fiction, I finally succumbed after reading several rave reviews and must admit I wasn’t disappointed. Face-paced and well-written, it is easily read in a few sittings. The story follows 2 women,…
The story takes place during the war in Afghanistan, before and after the Taliban. A beautifully haunting story of 2 unlikely characters brought together during the war, and the sacrifices they had to make for the ones they love.
Loved this book. I used this novel for an english essay and it was very easy to find strong themes and quotes.
Main Characters: Change in Kabul from Soviet occupation to post-taliban.