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The Boat People

Sharon Bala
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The Boat People

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Sharon Bala

The Boat People

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Canada • 2010s

Topic
Arts & Culture
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Boat People by Sharon Bala follows a group of Sri Lankan refugees who seek asylum in Canada after fleeing their war-torn country. The narrative explores their struggles with the Canadian legal system, cultural adjustments, and the complex dynamics of immigration policy. The story highlights themes of survival, identity, and the human impact of displacement.

Challenging

Emotional

Informative

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.1

7,641 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Boat People by Sharon Bala is lauded for its timely exploration of refugee experiences and challenges within the Canadian immigration system. Critics praise Bala's empathetic character development and compelling narrative. Some note the story's complexity can hinder pacing, and occasional predictability detracts from its impact. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Boat People?

Readers who appreciate The Boat People by Sharon Bala will enjoy complex narratives exploring immigration and asylum issues. Fans of The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and Exit West by Mohsin Hamid will find its exploration of displacement, resilience, and human rights compelling and thought-provoking.

4.1

7,641 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Canada • 2010s

Topic
Arts & Culture
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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