Books similar to "The Kite Runner"
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A Thousand Splendid Suns
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This novel explores the intertwined lives of two Afghan women, Mariam and Laila, against the backdrop of decades of turmoil in Afghanistan.
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The Things They Carried
by Tim O'Brien
A collection of linked short stories about a platoon of American soldiers during the Vietnam War, showcasing the burdens they carry both physically and emotionally.
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The Book Thief
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A Fine Balance
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Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
by Lisa See
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The Help
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Set in 1960s Mississippi, this novel centers on the lives of three women who come together to expose the racism faced by black maids working in white households.
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Half of a Yellow Sun
by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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The Poisonwood Bible
by Barbara Kingsolver
A narrative about a missionary family that travels to the Congo in the 1960s, exploring themes of cultural clash, guilt, and redemption through multiple perspectives.
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The Joy Luck Club
by Amy Tan
This novel portrays the relationships between Chinese-American daughters and their immigrant mothers, blending their stories through themes of culture, identity, and generational conflict.
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The Shadow of the Wind
by Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Set in post-war Barcelona, this novel follows a young boy who discovers a mysterious book that leads him on a journey through love, loss, and literary intrigue.