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Set against the backdrop of Hargeisa in 1987, The Orchard of Lost Souls charts Somaliaβs descent into civil war through the entwined lives of three women. The novel weaves a historical narrative with intimate portraits, exploring how the tumultuous political landscape reshapes personal relationships and forces the characters to confront the erosion of community and identity. The story offers a human lens on national upheaval, capturing the resilience and complexity of women caught in a region on the brink of conflict.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Nadifa Mohamed
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