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Bastard of Istanbul
Rated 4.09 out of 5 based on 23 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780143112716
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Discover the tangled secrets of two families in Elif Shafak’s “Bastard of Istanbul” (ISBN: 9780143112716). Armanoush, an Armenian American, journeys to Turkey seeking her missing identity, while Asya, a young woman in Istanbul, grapples with her own family’s past. Explore themes of memory, history, and the search for truth in this captivating tale by the bestselling author.
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Maryam Mushtaq –
I had mixed feelings about this book. The story was interesting, but the pacing felt uneven. A decent read.
Mamidisetti Bharathi –
A beautiful and heartbreaking story. Shafak weaves a complex tapestry of family secrets and historical trauma. Highly recommended.
Srishti Aggarwal –
A moving book that explores identity and belonging. Some parts were confusing, but overall a worthwhile read.
Shivani Rajeev Dhakate –
I enjoyed learning about Turkish culture, but the characters didn’t fully resonate with me. The story felt a little detached.
Sonu Fugare –
I couldn’t put this book down. I had to keep reading until the end. Such a captivating novel and well written!
Kranti Karan Vir Singh –
An amazing story and so beautifully written. However, I found it very difficult to follow along with at times.
Rhea Louis –
I had to stop reading a few chapters in. I was not hooked and could not get into the story at all.
Anshu Kumar –
An eye-opening look at a complex history. The narrative was engaging, and I learned a lot. Loved this novel.
Karisma Panda –
A good book that delves into some sensitive historical topics with nuance. A very impactful story.
Rishi Jaiswal –
It was insightful and well written! I will be recommending this book to all of my friends for our book club!
Akhil Raj –
The writing was beautiful, but the number of characters made it difficult to keep track of everyone. It’s an okay novel.
Gaurav Ahuja Ahuja –
I liked this book, but I didn’t love it. A bit slow. Took a while to actually get into it.
Kanishka Verma –
Great story about family secrets and complicated histories. Some of the character development could have been better.
Aditya Gupta –
This book is beautifully written. The depth and complex web of the characters is captivating. Great book!
Abhijith S –
An emotional and thought-provoking story that explores identity, family, and history. The perfect book!
Suyash Pratap Rana –
A powerful and emotional read. Shafak’s writing is superb, and the story stays with you long after you finish.
Robin Bohat –
This book was so-so. It was good, but I probably would not read it again or recommend to a friend.
Shivani Ghaloth –
Loved the book. I would recommend to anyone that loves a good historical fiction novel. I am ready to read more by this author!
Rhythm –
An okay read. A very slow start, but a great ending. I wish the character was more developed and better.
Janmayjai Kotawala –
Interesting perspective on Turkish and Armenian relations. The characters were well-developed, though the plot felt a bit slow at times.
Anurag Srivastava –
Such an impactful story and well-developed characters. A really emotional and heartbreaking story.
S Anurag –
This book had a great storyline with complicated characters. It was just way too slow to get through.
Naveen Kumar –
Shafak’s writing is stunning. The story is powerful and thought-provoking, but some may find the subject matter difficult.