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Honor

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Thrity Umrigar

Honor

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

India • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Honor by Thrity Umrigar follows journalist Smita Agarwal as she returns to India after two decades to cover the trial of Meena, a Hindu woman whose brothers attempted to burn her alive for marrying a Muslim man. As Smita delves into the case, her growing friendship with IT executive Mohan and her eventual emotional reckoning with her own past unfold amidst the backdrop of societal struggles and evolving family dynamics. The novel features depictions of child sexual assault, violence, and murder.

Emotional

Mysterious

Contemplative

Challenging

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Honor by Thrity Umrigar has been praised for its powerful storytelling, emotional depth, and ability to address complex social issues, especially around gender and religious discrimination. Critics appreciate Umrigar's nuanced characters and vivid depiction of Indian culture. However, some find the pacing uneven and certain plot points predictable. Overall, it's a compelling and enlightening read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Honor?

Readers who appreciate Honor by Thrity Umrigar are often drawn to deeply emotional narratives exploring cultural conflicts, social justice, and women's rights. Fans of Khaled Hosseini's A Thousand Splendid Suns and Arundhati Roy's The God of Small Things will likely find Umrigar's work compelling and thought-provoking.

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

India • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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