Books Like A Thousand Splendid Suns

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A Thousand Splendid Suns

Khaleo Hosseini

4.3(134)~8 h book2007

Discover Khaled Hosseini's powerful novel about friendship and survival in war-torn Afghanistan. Explore the lives of Mariam and Laila.

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    Number the Stars

    Lois Lowry

    ~2 h 20 min book

    Discover the story of Number the Stars, a historical novel about bravery and friendship in Nazi-occupied Denmark. Learn about characters, themes, and more.

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    The Nickel Boys

    Colson Whitehead

    4.4(13)~4 h book2019

    Discover Colson Whitehead's powerful novel about two boys facing the brutal realities of a 1960s reform school in Florida.

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    Beautiful Lives

    Catherine Davey

    ~7 h book

    Explore the interconnected lives in 'Beautiful Lives' by Catherine Davey, a touching tale of relationships, struggles, and the pursuit of happiness.

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    Les Victorieuses

    Laetitia Colombani

    ~4 h 10 min book

    Les Victorieuses: a novel about a burnt-out lawyer who finds purpose at a women's shelter, interwoven with the story of its founder.

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    Different Seasons

    Simon and Schuster

    ~12 h book

    Explore Stephen King's Different Seasons, a collection of four novellas including Shawshank Redemption and The Body. Discover themes, characters, and more.

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    Circe

    Madeline Miller

    ~8 h book

    Explore Circe by Madeline Miller: a feminist retelling of Greek myth, with themes of power, mortality, and self-discovery. Summary, themes, and more.

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    Esperanza Rising

    Pam Munoz Ryan

    ~3 h 30 min book

    Esperanza Rising is a historical novel about a Mexican girl's journey from privilege to farm labor in 1930s California. Discover themes, characters, and…

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    The Giver of Stars

    Jojo Moyes

    ~8 h book

    Discover the story of The Giver of Stars, a historical novel about women librarians in Depression-era Kentucky. Learn about themes, characters, and more.

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    First flight

    S;N singh tomar

    ~4 h book

    Explore the coming-of-age novel 'First Flight' by S.N. Singh Tomar. Summary, themes, characters, and FAQs about this story of leaving home and…

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    10 minutes and 38 seconds in this strange world

    Elif Shafak

    2019

    Dive into '10 Minutes and 38 Seconds' as Tequila Leila's memories reveal the struggles of identity, friendship, and societal issues in Istanbul.

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    The Doll Factory

    Elizabeth Macneal

    ~7 h 30 min book2019

    Explore Elizabeth Macneal's 'The Doll Factory,' a gripping historical fiction set during the 1851 Great Exhibition, blending obsession and identity.

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    the cellist of sarajevo

    Steven Galloway

    ~3 h 20 min book2008

    Explore Steven Galloway's poignant tale of resilience during the Siege of Sarajevo, where music becomes a symbol of hope in despair.

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    five little indians

    michelle good

    2020

    Discover Michelle Good's powerful novel about five Indigenous children overcoming trauma from residential schools in Canada.

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    The Labors Of Hercules Beal

    Gary D. Schmidt

    Join Hercules 'Herk' Beal in a witty coming-of-age tale filled with adventure, identity, and mythological challenges.

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    Grace Land

    Chris Abani

    ~3 h 20 min book

    Explore Chris Abani's 'GraceLand', a coming-of-age tale of Elvis, a boy chasing rock star dreams amidst Nigeria's 1980s turmoil.

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    the cellist of summart

    ~4 h 30 min book

    Discover 'The Cellist of Summart,' a moving tale of resilience and the transformative power of music in a war-torn world.

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    the count of monte cristo

    alexander dumas

    ~30 h 40 min book1940

    Discover Alexandre Dumas' gripping story of Edmond Dantès' betrayal, treasure, and vengeance in 19th-century France.

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    Nothing but life

    Brent van staalduinen

    ~5 h book2020

    Explore family dynamics and personal growth in 'Nothing but Life' as a teenage boy navigates identity, loss, and resilience in a small Canadian town.

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    Watchful Care Volume 1

    Marianne Bankert

    Explore the emotional journey of caregivers in 'Watchful Care Volume 1' by Marianne Bankert. Discover resilience, empathy, and self-care strategies.

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    The Pearl

    John Steinbeck

    ~1 h 30 min book

    Explore John Steinbeck's The Pearl: a parable about greed, wealth, and tragedy. Read a full summary, key takeaways, quotes, and more.

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