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The Reluctant Fundamentalist

The Reluctant Fundamentalist

Contemporary LiteratureLiterary Fiction
Pages
208
Published
2007
Language
English

Synopsis

A Pakistani man sits down with an American stranger in a Lahore cafe and begins to tell his story. What starts as a tale of ambition and success in America takes a sharp turn after 9/11, forcing him to confront his identity and loyalties. This is a story about how perceptions can change everything.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingReflectiveTenseComplex
Reluctant HeroUnreliable NarratorMorally Grey

Genres

Contemporary Literature Literary Fiction

Authors

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Hamid Yoshin

Hamid Yoshin is the author of The Reluctant Fundamentalist. He writes contemporary fiction that explores global politics, migration, and the search for identity. His work is known for its direct look at

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Mohsin Hamid

Mohsin Hamid is the author of Exit West, a novel that explores themes of migration and displacement. His work often blends realism with speculative elements, offering unique perspectives on contemporary life.

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Satya Bhabha

Satya Bhabha is a narrator and actor recognized for his work on the audiobook edition of The Reluctant Fundamentalist. He primarily focuses on contemporary literary fiction and stories centered on global politics.

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