The Republic of False Truths: A novel by Alaa Al Aswany
The Republic of False Truths: A novel

Alaa Al Aswany

The Republic of False Truths: A novel

Alaa Al Aswany

416 pages first pub 2018 (editions)

fiction contemporary historical challenging informative reflective slow-paced
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A "glorious, humane novel" (The Observer) about the Egyptian revolution, taking us inside the battle raging between those in power and those prepared to lay down their lives in the defense of freedom—this globally-acclaimed narrative from one of t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 129 reviews

Moods

emotional 66%
informative 66%
challenging 61%
dark 59%
sad 52%
reflective 45%
tense 33%
inspiring 21%
hopeful 14%
adventurous 9%
funny 2%

Pace

medium 71%
slow 23%
fast 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 25% | Character: 15%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 61% | Yes: 28% | No: 10%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 80% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 34% | Yes: 25%

Average rating

3.96

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