Eight Months on Ghazzah Street
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionSaudi Arabia • 1980s
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World History1988
Adult
18+ years
Eight Months on Ghazzah Street by Hilary Mantel follows a British woman who relocates to Saudi Arabia with her husband for his work. Immersed in a strict, unfamiliar culture, she navigates the complexities of expatriate life, cultural differences, and isolation, while becoming increasingly intrigued by mysterious activities in her apartment building.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Dark
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Eight Months on Ghazzah Street by Hilary Mantel offers a compelling exploration of cultural clash and isolation. Critics praise Mantel's vivid portrayal of Saudi Arabia and the protagonist's nuanced struggles. Some find the plot slow and the atmosphere oppressive, but the book's incisive social commentary and rich details are widely appreciated.
A reader who enjoys Eight Months on Ghazzah Street by Hilary Mantel is likely captivated by cultural exploration and psychological suspense. Similar to fans of The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and Brick Lane by Monica Ali, they appreciate nuanced storytelling about personal and cultural conflicts.
4,212 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
320
Novel • Fiction
•
Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionSaudi Arabia • 1980s
•
World History1988
Adult
18+ years
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