pickThis book found me in the library and it really was beautifully written. It was an ironic read in that I don't do well with descriptions of pain and torture - my word, it makes a Khaled Hosseini novel look like walk in the park. Other than most of the novels set in Afghanistan that I've read, this goes much more sweepingly into the last few decades in Afghanistan, all the espionage around the time of the Soviet occupation, all very interesting.
pickLoved this book. The brutality of life in Afghanistan over years of warfare juxtaposed with the beauty of the writing and the magical scenery of the country itself made this a heartbreaking, compelling read. Aslam creates characters and back stories which provoke serious thought, compassion and understanding for all, even those you'd least expect. Learned a lot about Afghanistan's history. Would highly recommend to all
Snuck out of my Mum's school fête for 10mins to inhale more of this stunning book. Only started it this morning and I'm already truly addicted!
The Wasted Vigil | 
