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Eight Months on Ghazzah Street

Hilary Mantel
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Eight Months on Ghazzah Street

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988

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Hilary Mantel

Eight Months on Ghazzah Street

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Saudi Arabia • 1980s

Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Eight Months on Ghazzah Street by Hilary Mantel follows a British woman who relocates to Saudi Arabia with her husband for his work. Immersed in a strict, unfamiliar culture, she navigates the complexities of expatriate life, cultural differences, and isolation, while becoming increasingly intrigued by mysterious activities in her apartment building.

Mysterious

Unnerving

Bittersweet

Contemplative

Dark

Reviews & Readership

3.7

4,212 ratings

63%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Eight Months on Ghazzah Street by Hilary Mantel offers a compelling exploration of cultural clash and isolation. Critics praise Mantel's vivid portrayal of Saudi Arabia and the protagonist's nuanced struggles. Some find the plot slow and the atmosphere oppressive, but the book's incisive social commentary and rich details are widely appreciated.

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Who Should Read Eight Months on Ghazzah Street?

A reader who enjoys Eight Months on Ghazzah Street by Hilary Mantel is likely captivated by cultural exploration and psychological suspense. Similar to fans of The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and Brick Lane by Monica Ali, they appreciate nuanced storytelling about personal and cultural conflicts.

3.7

4,212 ratings

63%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Saudi Arabia • 1980s

Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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