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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    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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  3. Cover of 10 minutes and 38 seconds in this strange world3

    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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  4. Cover of The Doll Factory4

    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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    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 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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    Life of Pi

    Yann Martel

    4.0(154)~6 h 30 min book2000

    Explore the extraordinary tale of Pi Patel, survival, and spirituality with a Bengal tiger. Discover resilience in Yann Martel's 'Life of Pi.'

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    demon copperhead

    barbara kingsolver

    ~11 h 20 min book2022

    Explore Barbara Kingsolver's 'Demon Copperhead,' a powerful novel inspired by Dickens, tackling love and systemic challenges in Appalachia.

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    Memorial do Convento

    José Saramago

    ~12 h book1995

    Explore José Saramago's 'Memorial do Convento', a magical realism novel set in 18th-century Portugal, weaving love and history around the Mafra Convent.

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  16. Cover of Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy16

    Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy

    Gary D. Schmidt

    ~3 h 40 min book1999

    Explore the poignant story of Turner and Lizzie's friendship in 1910 Maine, as they confront societal challenges and personal growth.

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    bog child

    siobhan dowd

    ~5 h book2008

    Explore Siobhan Dowd's 'Bog Child,' a gripping tale of self-discovery set in 1980s Northern Ireland amidst the Troubles.

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    elements of architecture

    koolhaas-r

    ~50 h book2014

    Explore the key components of architectural design in Rem Koolhaas's 'Elements of Architecture,' blending theory with practical insights.

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    Travellers

    Helon Habila

    ~5 h book2019

    Explore migration and identity in Helon Habila's 'Travellers', a powerful novel set in Africa and Europe that captures the essence of belonging.

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    FRANGIPANI HOUSE

    BERYL GILROY

    ~2 h 40 min book1986

    Explore Beryl Gilroy's 'Frangipani House,' a touching tale of identity, family, and Caribbean heritage set in the 1950s.

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