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Honour

By: Elif Shafak
Narrated by: Alix Dunmore
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'My mother died twice. I promised myself I would not let her story be forgotten.'

And so begins the story of Esma, a young Kurdish woman in London trying to come to terms with the terrible murder her brother has committed. Esma tells the story of her family stretching back three generations; back to her grandmother and the births of her mother and aunt, twin sisters, in a village on the edge of the Euphrates.

Named Pembe and Jamila, the twin girls have very different futures ahead of them, all of which will end in tragedy on a street in East London in 1978.

Honour is a powerful, brilliant and moving account of pain and loss, loyalty and betrayal, the clash of tradition and modernity, as well as the love and heartbreak that can tear any family apart.

Content warning: contains strong violence and/or strong language. Listener discretion advised.

©2012 Elif Shafak (P)2026 Bolinda Publishing Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction World Literature Heartfelt Tear-jerking England
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This was another wonderful novel by Elif Shafak. I love her writing style, and this book did not disappoint. The story is beautifully written, emotional, and full of unexpected turns that kept me completely engaged.
The characters feel very real, and the way the story unfolds across cultures and generations is powerful and thought-provoking. Shafak has a special way of exploring family, identity, and tradition with both sensitivity and honesty.
Overall, this was a moving and memorable read. If you enjoy Elif Shafak’s books, you will definitely appreciate this one too.

Another unforgettable story from Elif Shafak

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