Tomb of Sand
Tomb of Sand
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Indian Literature•
Modern Classic FictionIndia • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Tomb of Sand by Geetanjali Shree is a novel following an 80-year-old woman in northern India who enters a phase of self-discovery after her husband's death. As she challenges societal norms, her journey leads her to confront the traumas of her past, including the memories of the partition of India and Pakistan.
Contemplative
Emotional
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Tomb of Sand by Geetanjali Shree is a vibrant narrative rich in cultural and emotional depth, praised for its inventive storytelling and lyrical prose. While some readers may find its experimental style challenging, the novel's exploration of identity and resilience draws acclaim. It captures complex human experiences with a unique voice that resonates.
Who Should Read Tomb of Sand?
A reader who enjoys Tomb of Sand by Geetanjali Shree likely appreciates rich narratives with cultural depth, similar to Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things. Ideal for those drawn to tales of family, transformation, and post-partition India, they enjoy intricate, lyrical storytelling and social commentary.
4,881 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
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Indian Literature•
Modern Classic FictionIndia • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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