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From Sleep Unbound

Andree Chedid
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From Sleep Unbound

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983

Book Brief

Andree Chedid

From Sleep Unbound

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983
Book Details
Pages

158

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Egypt • 1940s

Publication Year

1983

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

From Sleep Unbound by Andrée Chedid follows Samya, a young Egyptian woman forced into a loveless marriage with an older man, Boutros. Amid societal and familial pressures, she represses her emotions and endures years of isolation and hardship. After the death of her daughter Mia, Samya confronts her grief and anger, ultimately taking drastic action to liberate herself from her oppressive life. Sensitive topics include descriptions of domestic abuse and marital rape.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Emotional

Mysterious

Dark

Reviews & Readership

3.8

189 ratings

67%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

From Sleep Unbound by Andree Chedid has been praised for its lyrical prose and deep exploration of female resilience and identity. Critics appreciate the emotional depth and cultural nuance. However, some find the narrative pace slow and the plot somewhat predictable. Overall, it's celebrated for its poignant portrayal of a woman's struggle for self-liberation.

Who should read this

Who Should Read From Sleep Unbound?

Fans of introspective fiction exploring themes of women's autonomy and socio-cultural constraints will find From Sleep Unbound gripping. Comparable to Khaled Hosseini's A Thousand Splendid Suns and Elizabeth Gilbert's The Signature of All Things, it appeals to readers who appreciate nuanced characters and profound emotional journeys.

3.8

189 ratings

67%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

158

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Egypt • 1940s

Publication Year

1983

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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