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A Thousand Splendid Suns

Khaled Hosseini

Start date: April 10, 2015

Finish date: April 30, 2015

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Jul 04, 2015 Freda Malone rated it really liked it

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Written by the same author of The Kite Runner, Hosseini writes with undisputable and creative flair. A Thousand Splendid Suns is a strong story about Afghan women during war times there with plenty of hardship, loss and grief. Among these chapters the women show faith, courage, hope and strength as they struggle with their everyday lives during these significant changes.

I can not imagine living a life in another country where freedom among women is continuously limited by rules and laws. I trul ...more

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Jan 03, 2013 Bookish Enchantment (Katherine Quirke) rated it it was amazing

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For me in many ways this book was deeply disturbing and sad. There is no doubt in my mind this book is a reflection of the hardships so many people have been through and are still going through. Maybe those who feel the need to be racist should read this book and see the innocent people are just like the rest of us. We are all wanting love, family and security.

The story was not depressing though. Very compelling reading and well written. The story is visually rich and gives you a very strong sen ...more

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Oct 27, 2020 Elina Mäkitalo rated it really liked it · review of another edition

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Mar 07, 2013 Becca rated it it was amazing

There were so many parts where I was moved to tears or outrage! Extremely well written. I really felt for the characters! Can't wait to read more by Hosseini! ...more

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