From Sleep Unbound
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983
158
Novel • Fiction
Egypt • 1940s
1983
Adult
18+ years
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
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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.
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.
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158
Novel • Fiction
Egypt • 1940s
1983
Adult
18+ years
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