Description
- ISBN-13: 9781611854237
- Publisher: Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press
- Binding: Paperback
- No of Pages: 352
- Weight: 310 gr
- ISBN-10: 1611854237
- Publisher Date: 06 Jul 2023
- Height: 198 mm
- Spine Width: 25 mm
- Width: 129 mm
Original price was: ₹499.00.₹424.15Current price is: ₹424.15.
Dive into “Brother Alive” by Zain Khalid, a captivating debut novel exploring the complexities of family, sexuality, and the grip of capitalist control. Follow the intertwined lives of three orphaned brothers raised in a mosque as they navigate their identities in a rapidly changing world. ISBN: 9781611854237
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Shikhar Batra –
An interesting and unique story. The author has a great way with words. However, the overall plot was confusing.
Jamuna Majhi –
A thought-provoking exploration of identity and family. The writing is beautiful, though the plot meandered at times. Overall, a solid read. I enjoyed it.
Anisha Saini –
What a story! The writing style is superb, and the characters are so well developed. The plot is deep and complex. Loved it all the way.
Shiv Haridas Lakhara –
I loved the premise, but I had trouble keeping track of all the characters. It touches on important things but wasn’t a complete homerun.
Prayag Sharma –
I wanted to love this book more than I did. The writing is good, but I never fully connected with the characters. It felt slow at times.
Shahbaz J Sheikh –
I was hooked from the first page! The story is fascinating. It’s complex, engaging, and deeply moving. I’d love to read more from Khalid.
Happy Raghav –
A powerful and moving story about brotherhood and belonging. Some parts felt slow. Nevertheless, I was deeply moved. Highly recommend!
Sandeep Yadav –
The book has some lovely prose, but the narrative jumps around, making it hard to follow. The book offers good ideas, but I felt lost.
Rhea Louis –
Khalid’s writing is superb! The story is unique and engaging, though the ending felt a little rushed. Still, a very memorable book. Recommended!
Harsha Nimmakayala –
I couldn’t put it down! The characters are complex and fascinating, and the story is incredibly relevant. A must-read for anyone.
Abhishek Mohanty –
A compelling exploration of identity and faith. The story is thought-provoking, though some parts felt unnecessary. Still, it’s great.
Karisma Panda –
This book is well-written. The plot felt aimless. Still, the cultural ideas presented are really intriguing. I am torn between good and bad.
Megh Anand –
Intriguing concept, but the execution felt a bit disjointed. The characters were interesting, but I struggled to connect with them emotionally. Some parts were great, others not so much.
Anurupa Das Sarma –
I appreciated the themes explored in “Brother Alive,” but found the pacing to be uneven. It has moments of brilliance, but lacks consistency.
Khushwant Sodhi –
Beautifully written but quite dense. This is a book you need to sit with and really think about. It was worth the effort, in my opinion.