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In Other Rooms, Other Wonders

Daniyal Mueenuddin
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In Other Rooms, Other Wonders

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2009

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Daniyal Mueenuddin

In Other Rooms, Other Wonders

Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

247

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.0

7,465 ratings

64%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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In Other Rooms, Other Wonders by Daniyal Mueenuddin delivers a poignant glimpse into Pakistani life through interconnected stories, marked by rich character development and lyrical prose. Critics praise its vivid depiction of socio-economic divides, though some find the interconnected narrative structure disjointed. Overall, it’s lauded for its emotional depth and cultural insight.

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Who Should Read In Other Rooms, Other Wonders?

Readers who appreciate rich, interconnected stories rooted in a specific cultural context will enjoy In Other Rooms, Other Wonders by Daniyal Mueenuddin. Fans of Jhumpa Lahiri’s Interpreter of Maladies or Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner will find its portrayal of Pakistani life and its intricate character studies compelling.

4.0

7,465 ratings

64%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

247

Format

Short Story Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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