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Cutting for Stone

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009

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Abraham Verghese

Cutting for Stone

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

667

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ethiopia • 1950s

Topic
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese follows the lives of twin brothers Marion and Shiva Praise Stone, who are born in Ethiopia to an Indian nun and a British surgeon. The story spans several decades, detailing their upbringing in a Catholic mission hospital in Addis Ababa, their journey into the medical profession, and the political upheavals of Ethiopia.

Emotional

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.5

420,895 ratings

85%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Abraham Verghese's Cutting for Stone is widely praised for its intricate storytelling, rich characters, and evocative portrayal of Ethiopian culture. Many highlight Verghese's medical expertise, which enhances the novel's authenticity. However, some find its length and detailed medical descriptions overwhelming. Overall, it's a deeply engaging and educational read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Cutting for Stone?

Readers who cherish epic tales of love, medicine, and identity will delight in Cutting for Stone. Fans of Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner and Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things will appreciate this novel's rich narrative, intricate character development, and exploration of cultural and political landscapes.

4.5

420,895 ratings

85%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

667

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ethiopia • 1950s

Topic
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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