A review by krxshan
A Thousand Splendid Suns, by Khaled Hosseini
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This is one of the best books I’ve ever had the pleasure to read. The way this story tells the strifes that the women of Afghanistan have faced is heartbreaking, and so very important. This is such a strong book, and deserves far more attention than it already has.
Graphic: Misogyny, War, Domestic abuse, and Sexual violence
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, Gun violence, Pedophilia, Ableism, Child death, Child abuse, and Murder
Minor: Abandonment and Blood