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816 pages • first pub 1993 (editions)
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Language: English
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Set amidst the turmoil of contemporary Middle Eastern politics, this vivid and highly-acclaimed novel by an Egyptian journalist is an intimate look into the lives of Arab women today. Here, a woman who grows up among the Egyptian elite, marries a ...
Community Reviews Summary of 81 reviews
Moods
emotional 75%
reflective 75%
informative 50%
sad 50%
dark 25%
funny 25%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 25%
relaxing 25%
tense 25%
Pace
slow 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 50% | A mix: 50%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Domestic abuse, Gaslighting, SexismModerate
Miscarriage
816 pages • first pub 1993 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Set amidst the turmoil of contemporary Middle Eastern politics, this vivid and highly-acclaimed novel by an Egyptian journalist is an intimate look into the lives of Arab women today. Here, a woman who grows up among the Egyptian elite, marries a ...
Community Reviews Summary of 81 reviews
Moods
emotional 75%
reflective 75%
informative 50%
sad 50%
dark 25%
funny 25%
hopeful 25%
inspiring 25%
relaxing 25%
tense 25%
Pace
slow 25%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 50% | A mix: 50%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Gaslighting, SexismModerate
Miscarriage