Kartography by Kamila Shamsie
Kartography

Kamila Shamsie

Kartography

Kamila Shamsie

320 pages first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction romance emotional reflective slow-paced
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Kartography by Kamila Shamsie is a captivating read for readers who appreciate complex, emotionally charged stories that explore the intricate relationships between family, history, and identity, particularly those interested in themes of trauma, cultural heritage, and the power of memories to shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

Description

Raheen and her best friend, Karim, share an idyllic childhood in upper-class Karachi. Their parents were even once engaged to each others' partners until they rematched in what they call "the fiancée swap." But as adolescence distances the friends...

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Community Reviews

3.95
based on 327 reviews

Moods

emotional: 92%

reflective: 70%

sad: 51%

tense: 44%

challenging: 40%

dark: 29%

informative: 29%

hopeful: 22%

funny: 18%

adventurous: 14%

inspiring: 14%

mysterious: 11%

lighthearted: 3%


Pace

14% of readers chose fast
40% of readers chose medium
44% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

47% of readers chose A mix
52% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

80% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
3% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

71% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
10% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

73% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
11% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

70% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
8% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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